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Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our friendly team at Busy Bees in Huntingdon, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 100 children. We are passionate about providing children with the best start in life and feature five spacious rooms, including a unique sensory room that sets us apart in the area. Our nursery regularly hosts engaging visits from local police, professional photographers, and ZooLab, enriching the children's learning experiences. Conveniently located off Hinchingbrooke Business Park, we are close to the town center and train station for easy access. We offer free parking for our staff, a day off for birthdays, and opportunities for career progression and qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 25% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development. Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment. Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families. Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments. Required Qualifications: What We're Looking For: Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare. Experience working with children under 5. Empathy and understanding - each child is unique. Strong communication and organisational skills. You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today-apply now!

Are you an Assistant Accountant currently working in practice and looking for more hands on exposure? Do you enjoy building relationships with your own clients and want to be part of a growing, forward thinking firm where you can genuinely develop? If so, this could be a great next step. We are thrilled to be supporting a well established and growing accountancy practice based in Dudley, currently expanding their team due to exciting growth plans. They're looking for an Accountant to join the business and grow alongside them. This is a varied, practical role where you'll manage your own smaller clients end to end while also supporting senior colleagues on larger, more complex businesses - including on site audit work. You'll gain exposure across all areas of accounting and work closely with clients, rather than being siloed. This role comes with an annual salary of up to £32,000 plus study support. Key Responsibilities: Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and small limited companies Preparing corporate and personal tax computations and tax returns Assisting with basic tax planning for individuals and directors Drafting management accounts Bookkeeping and VAT returns across various schemes Supporting and attending on site audits with senior accountants Completing statutory forms for Companies House Liaising directly with clients, HMRC and other third parties Supporting and training apprentices and junior staff Representing the firm at networking events Candidate Experience, Skills and Attributes: A background in accountancy practice is essential Currently AAT Level 3 or studying towards ACCA (AAT Level 4 desirable) Confident dealing directly with clients or the drive to learn Organised, proactive and comfortable handling a varied workload A team focused attitude with a genuine desire to learn and progress Strong communication skills and attention to detail Competent Excel user Experience with at least one of Sage, QuickBooks or Xero Benefits Include: Salary up to £32,000 (DOE) Full study support Flexible working hours (office based) Broad exposure across accounts, tax, bookkeeping and audit Clear progression opportunities as the firm continues to grow A supportive, close knit team environment If you're looking for a hands on finance role where you can strengthen your technical skills, build strong client relationships and grow your career within a supportive and expanding firm, we'd love to hear from you. Application Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for taking the time to apply.

This innovative business is growing its accounts team and is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant. This is a busy department with a high volume of invoices and they require an individual who loves working in a team, in a busy environment and someone who is detail conscious and accurate in their approach. This role is working in a lovely office environment with onsite car parking facilities. Job Description: To accurately process and code invoices to the correct nominal codes Processing a high volume of invoices Processing and checking staff expenses To set up new supplier accounts and verify bank details The reconciliation of supplier statements Resolving invoice queries Posting direct debits Assisting with the preparation of regular payment runs To manage a purchase ledger email inbox in additional to your own Candidate Requirements: Good level of purchase ledger experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at all levels A strong problem solver Strong attention to detail Someone who can work independently Excellent time management experience Someone who can work in a fast paced team This role is commutable from: Newcastle under Lyme, Stoke on Trent, Crewe, Stone, Biddulph, Madeley, Cheadle This role would suit candidates with the following experience: Purchase Ledger Clerk, Finance Assistant, Finance Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Hours: Monday Friday 9:00 am 5:00 pm Salary: £27,000 Per Annum Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.

Titan Wealth is a fast-growing wealth management business, both in the UK and internationally. It has evolved a fairer, more efficient and effective business model, structured to deliver leading advice-led wealth management services, giving financial advisers and their clients the best opportunity to fulfil their dreams and ambitions. We provide a dynamic work environment full of opportunity, one where both individual and team initiative and contribution is encouraged, so that together we can deliver better outcomes for our clients over the long term. About the Role As a Technical Business Analyst embedded within the UK Wealth & Financial Planning agile team, you will act as the bridge between business stakeholders and the technical delivery team. You will be responsible for translating complex financial planning and wealth management processes into clear, actionable requirements that drive high-quality technology solutions. Responsibilities Requirements Elicitation & Analysis Lead the elicitation, documentation, and validation of business and technical requirements across wealth and financial planning processes Facilitate workshops and interviews with advisers, paraplanners, and operational stakeholders to capture current-state pain points and future-state needs Produce high-quality artefacts including process maps, user stories, use cases, and functional specifications Define and validate acceptance criteria in collaboration with the Product Owner and QA teams Document and assess integration requirements, including API-based connections between advice platforms, CRM systems, and third-party data providers Process Analysis & Improvement Analyse end-to-end advice and financial planning journeys to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for technology-led improvement Map as-is and to-be processes, ensuring alignment with regulatory and compliance requirements Identify opportunities to embed AI-powered tooling into advice workflows - such as automated fact-find analysis, AI-assisted suitability report generation, or intelligent document processing - and translate these into structured requirements Agile Delivery Support Work closely with the Product Owner to refine and maintain a well-groomed backlog Participate actively in sprint ceremonies - refinement, planning, reviews, and retrospectives Support the development team in understanding requirements throughout the delivery lifecycle, resolving ambiguity quickly and pragmatically Stakeholder Engagement Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across advice, planning, and operations Communicate complex technical and process changes clearly to non-technical audiences Provide regular progress updates and facilitate sign-off on key deliverables Continuous Improvement Champion best practice in business analysis, agile delivery, and financial services Actively leverage AI tools in day-to-day analysis work - including using AI assistants for documentation drafting, requirements synthesis, and process modelling - and encourage adoption across the team Mentor junior team members and contribute to the development of BA standards across the function Experience Experience as a Technical Business Analyst, ideally within financial services or fintech Demonstrable experience working within agile cross-functional delivery teams Strong understanding of UK financial planning processes, including advice suitability, fact-finding, and client onboarding Experience with wealth management platforms and advice technology is highly desirable Practical experience using AI tools to improve personal productivity and inform solution design Working knowledge of core technical concepts including RESTful APIs, data integration patterns, and system authentication methods Skills Expert-level ability to produce clear, structured requirements documentation and process maps Proficient in agile tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Azure DevOps Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels SQL proficiency is a plus Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field preferred BCS, IIBA (CBAP), or equivalent BA certification is a plus Our employees are talented people, distinguished by excellence. You will be able to demonstrate a willingness to embrace the Company values of: Creativity - we recognise we need new ways of thinking, learning and doing to both improve our own productivity and efficiency as well as to help us stay ahead of competitors. Commitment - we are team with the willingness to put time, effort and energy into driving change in the organisation, going the extra mile. Collaboration - we need teamwork amongst ourselves and with partners to generate more innovative, efficient and effective solutions and thereby a greater sense of achievement. Terms - Competitive salary - Attractive Employee Pension Scheme (7.5% employer & minimum 3% employee) - 25 days Annual Leave + public holidays - Buy and sell holidays up to 5 days - Office Christmas close (3-days) - A range of benefits which includes private medical insurance, Group life insurance, and income protection insurance. - Hybrid working - Further education and training support - Discretionary performance related bonus - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme - 2 days per year for voluntary work - And lots of flexible benefits to choose from! The Titan Wealth Group is firmly committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for everyone who works with us, regardless of their race, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical ability or disability, or political affiliation. We believe that having a diverse team allows us to create the best possible outcomes for our clients and team members. We strive to provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the workplace with respect to recruitment and career advancement, pay and benefits, training and development opportunities and other job-related activities.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Management Assistant to support the Commercial Director in a fast-paced manufacturing business. The role will be to deliver high-quality PA, administrative & project support to the Commercial Director & Sales Directors of the UK Insulation Boards division, enabling the Commercial Management Team & their teams to operate efficiently & effectively. The role works predominantly in direct support of the Commercial Director, acting on their behalf when appropriate. It plays a key role in developing, maintaining & improving administrative processes & systems, providing high-quality management support to help the Senior Commercial Management Team operate effectively in their field based roles Job Description: Provide comprehensive PA support to the Commercial Director & Sales Directors, including proactive diary management & coordination of meetings. Act as a key point of contact, responding on behalf of senior stakeholders where appropriate & ensuring timely follow-up of actions. As the PA you will coordinate complex travel arrangements, accommodation, meetings & hospitality, both in the UK & internationally. Manage general administrative activities to support the efficient running of the Commercial Management Team. As the PA you will prepare, format & support the creation of professional presentations, reports & management documents. Attend meetings as required, producing accurate minutes, action logs & timely distribution of documentation. Collate, review & distribute agendas, papers & reports in line with agreed timescales. Build & maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, customers & external contractors. Send out price lists, price increase and surcharge letters, and prepare, raise, and distribute rebate letters as required. Provide support with ordering office stationery and essential refreshments, including coffee, sugar, and lunches. Plan, coordinate & support corporate events, customer hospitality & internal meetings. Liaise with event organisers, venues & suppliers to manage logistics, budgets & timelines. Work closely with the Marketing team to support exhibitions, conferences & external events. Build effective working relationships with customer support teams & event stakeholders. Maintain active memberships with trade bodies by renewing annually, keeping certificates up to date, and monitoring key dates for related events. Produce regular & ad hoc reports for the Commercial Director using SAP/BI & other business systems. Analyse & present sales & performance data in clear, professional formats. Create & maintain monthly management presentations using Excel & PowerPoint. Prepare, draft & quality check surveys, reports, statistics & other commercial documentation Candidate Requirements: Education Level & General Experience Educated to GCSE level (Grade C / 4 or above) or equivalent; further education or professional PA/Business Administration qualifications desirable. Significant & recent experience in a Management Assistant, PA, Executive Assistant or Senior Administrator in a role supporting senior leaders. Advanced user of Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Teams, with confidence using shared documents & collaboration tools. Strong experience managing data accuracy, reporting & dashboards. Confident working with reporting tools, spreadsheets & presentations, including manipulation of data for management information. Experience working with expenses systems desirable. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changeable & hybrid working environment. Full valid Uk driving licence is essential Valid passport is essential as occasional travel to Europe This role is commutable from: Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Longton, Uttoxeter, Stone, Stafford, Leek, Cheadle, Eccleshall and surrounding areas This role would suit candidates with the following experience: an PA, Management Assistant, Executive Assistant, Business Administration, EA, Senior Administrator, Senior Secretary Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00 am 4:00 pm Salary: up to £35,000 Per Annum The role will start onsite, then once comfortable in the role, it will move to hybrid 2 days at home, 3 days in the office. Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.

Conrad Consulting is proud to be partnering with a well-established and growing consultancy to recruit a Business Administration Assistant to join their Project Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and proactive individual looking to build their career within a dynamic and supportive business environment, where you will play a key role in supporting office operations, finance processes, and project delivery. The Role Reporting to a Business Analyst and working closely with senior commercial stakeholders, you will be a central point of contact for day-to-day administrative and business support activities. This is a varied position combining office coordination, finance and procurement support, and involvement in project-related processes ideal for someone who enjoys a broad and hands-on role. Key Responsibilities Office & Business Support Act as the first point of contact for the office, managing calls, visitors, and general enquiries Coordinate office services including suppliers, utilities, and facilities management Manage office supplies, access arrangements, and visitor requirements Provide support with travel bookings, expenses, and general staff queries Oversee company credit card transactions and monthly reconciliations Finance & Procurement Raise and manage purchase requisitions using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Process supplier invoices and ensure accurate coding and timely approvals Maintain supplier records and support onboarding of new vendors Assist with non-project invoicing and financial administration Project & Commercial Support Create and maintain project records, including financial and programme data Update project information such as fees and change controls Support project reporting and data extraction for commercial teams Assist with framework processes and ensure accurate data tracking and reconciliation About You We re looking for a detail-oriented and highly organised individual with a positive, can-do attitude. You will have: Previous experience in an administrative or project support role Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English Desirable: A business or finance-related qualification (or working towards one)

Assistant Director of Finance (18 month FTC) A leading Housing Association in the area A well-established and forward-thinking Housing Association is seeking an Assistant Finance Director to join on an 18 month Fixed Term Contract. Reporting directly to the CFO, this position offers a unique opportunity to operate as the number two in finance, playing a key role in both strategic leadership and operational delivery. The organisation provides a broad range of general and supported housing and is recognised for its commitment to delivering high-quality services and positive outcomes for its communities. This role is ideally suited to a senior finance professional with Housing sector experience who is looking to step into a high-impact leadership role, driving improvements across people, processes, and financial insight. Key responsibilities Lead and develop the finance function, acting as deputy to the CFO Oversee financial and management accounting, ensuring robust reporting and controls Support financial planning, treasury activities, and development finance Drive a high-quality business partnering function across the organisation Lead on improving financial processes, systems, and internal controls Support the Executive team on business planning, including scenario modelling and stress testing Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience within a Housing Association or Registered Provider Strong leadership capability, with experience managing and developing teams Ability to operate at a strategic level and influence senior stakeholders Excellent technical finance skills combined with a commercial, business-partnering mindset Strong analytical and systems capability, with confident communication skills This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance leader looking to step into a director level role within a purpose-driven organisation.

Assistant Accountant Location: Dudley Salary: 30,000.00 - 35,000.00 Contract: Full time/permanent Our client, a well-established and growing organisation, is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Assistant Accountant to join their supportive finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a dynamic and forward-thinking business. Key Responsibilities Support the finance team with day-to-day accounting and administrative duties Assist in preparing financial reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation Process transactions and maintain accurate financial records Support month-end and year-end accounting activities Help ensure compliance with internal procedures and external regulations Provide general support across the finance function, including purchase and sales ledger Liaise with internal teams and external partners as required Contribute to ongoing improvements within the finance department Skills & Requirements Ideally - studying AAT/ACCA/CIMA Previous experience in a similar accounting or finance role Strong numeracy skills and understanding of basic accounting principles Competent user of Microsoft Excel and accounting software Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Good communication and teamwork abilities Able to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks effectively A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges Benefits & Package: Pension scheme 24 days holiday plus bank holidays Life assurance Cycle2work scheme Collaborative working environment To apply for the Assistant Accountant position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

As a Joint Venture Partner at Vision Express, you'll become a shareholder in our business, where you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a Vision Express store, including the sales, customer service and staff management. You'll get a real scope to put your passion into practice and be fully rewarded for the difference that you can make, all with the backing of an established, trusted brand. Your passion for optics will support our ambition to 'Create Joy in Vision' for our customers maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. About us We are Vision Express - with over 600 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica are the global leaders in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brand include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. To be successful in the role, here are a few things we will look for: Be passionate about eyecare and our brand - This is essential, as you'll be responsible for providing high-quality eyecare for your customers Have a strong business acumen - You'll need to be able to manage the store effectively and make financial decisions Great communication at all levels with the ability to build rapport with both customers and colleagues Be a team player - you're part of a larger Vision Express team to, so you'll need to work effectively with others Be adaptable - the optical industry is constantly changing and is fast-paced, so you'll need to be able to adapt to these changes and work well under pressure and be able to handle challenging situations Be committed to excellence - you'll have the passion, drive, and enthusiasm to be the best and provide the best service to your customers, but also, your colleagues. What's on offer? Building a Financial Asset - hard work goes into building a financial asset, this is your chance to maximise a future sell on value once the business is established Financial Benefit - As a Partner, you'll have a stable income with a competitive salary in line with your role as a partner as well the benefits from taking home dividends. Support Office Team - Support from a wide range of HR Teams such as; Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Training, HR Business Partners and wider departments; Finance, IT, Marketing, Legal, JV Operations Team & Property. Business Operations Manager - You'll have a dedicated field Operations Manager on hand to support every store within the region vis phone, F2F or email. As a partner, you're entitled to all of the above as well as the JV Director Package which includes; A competitive salary Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance 18x your salary Income protection Auto-enrolment pension Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the EssilorLuxottica One Sight Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as health cash plan, additional life cover, critical illness cover and dental cover Flexible lifestyle benefits such as Gymflex, Gourmet Society Cards, Taste Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme And so much more!

Internal Sales Assistant 26,000 - 27,000 (Plus Bonus) Birmingham City Centre BCR/JN/32281 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a premium, family run manufacturer, renowned for creating high-quality regalia and badges. We are searching for an Internal Sales Assistant to join the busy Birmingham office on a full-time basis The Role: Managing the sale process from enquiry to final sale Liaising with design teams and quote teams to create the right product Up sale and negotiation with customers where possible Managing customer relationships, solving any issues effectively Data entry when orders placed The Ideal Candidate: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail Comfortable with multi-tasking various tasks at one time Dependable, committed and flexible Experience with internal sales administration This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sales Administrator who is looking to continue their career within a friendly, family-run business. INDLP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales

Are you a Part-qualified Accountant looking to progress and study towards being a Qualified Accountant? If so, we would love to hear from you! This new Assistant Management Accountant role sits at the heart of the finance function, supporting the production of accurate management accounts, enhancing ledger integrity, and playing a key role in systems improvement and process optimisation. The business is a market-leading global e-commerce and consumer brand operating across multiple international territories. With over 800 employees worldwide, the business combines innovation, data-led decision making, and creative thinking to deliver high-quality products to a global customer base. This position offers genuine exposure to global reporting, multi-entity accounting, and business partnering within a dynamic and evolving environment. Why should you apply? Exposure to multi-entity, international accounting Study support towards ACCA or CIMA Opportunity to develop strong business partnering skills Involvement in ongoing development and enhancement of NetSuite Broad exposure to indirect tax and global reporting requirements Hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 4 during month-end/audit) Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme Pension scheme and health cash plan Gym contribution Generous staff discount This is an ideal opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to step into a role with greater scope, visibility and long-term progression potential. What will you be doing? Prepare & post monthly journals to support timely & accurate management accounts Support month-end close processes and reporting deadlines Assist with indirect tax submissions and national statistical reporting Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand processes Identify & implement process improvements within your remit What are we looking for? Part-qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACCA (will consider near-qualified AAT Experience of working with Management Accounts Strong Excel skills, including confident use of Formulas & Pivot tables Experience with ERP systems preferred

About the Role We are a growing manufacturing business seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join a Manufacturing business in Gloucester on a permanent basis. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for managing the financial activities of multiple European entities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in a smaller organisation who is looking to expand their skills within a larger, more complex business environment. Key Responsibilities Maintain accurate and timely financial records up to trial balance level Manage accounts payable and receivable processes Maintain company ledgers and perform regular reconciliations Complete multi-currency bank reconciliations Reconcile internal records with third-party statements (e.g. suppliers) Support the preparation of monthly management accounts Monitor debtor ledgers and follow up on outstanding payments Process supplier invoices in a timely and accurate manner Prepare journals, prepayments, and accruals Assist with month-end close and periodic reconciliations Handle VAT returns and EU reporting requirements (including VIES) Respond to customer and supplier queries efficiently Support year-end processes and liaise with external accounting partners Maintain accurate filing and document archiving systems Skills/experience: Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Confident working independently and as part of a team Good problem-solving abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting systems Willingness to learn new systems and processes

A well-established international business is looking to recruit a proactive and detail-oriented Part-Time Accounts Assistant to join its friendly finance team. This is a varied position offering exposure across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, alongside wider finance administration and office support duties. This opportunity would suit someone with previous finance administration, purchase ledger or sales ledger experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their all-round finance skillset within a supportive team. The Role You ll support the day-to-day running of the finance function, helping ensure invoices, reconciliations, payments and customer accounts are managed accurately and efficiently. Key responsibilities: Processing purchase invoices, credit notes and supplier statement reconciliations Supporting Accounts Receivable activities including invoicing, credit control and customer reconciliations Managing invoice queries, PO issues and maintaining finance control sheets Assisting with multi-currency and intercompany invoicing activities Completing credit checks and supporting wider month-end finance administration Providing ad-hoc support to the finance team and assisting with office coordination duties About You The successful candidate will ideally have: Previous experience within Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable or a transactional finance role Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills Confident communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively Comfortable working with finance systems and Excel A team-focused attitude with willingness to support across multiple areas What s on Offer Competitive salary Part time 24 hours Excellent pension contribution Private medical insurance Health cash plan Income protection and life assurance Flexible benefits package after probation Supportive and collaborative working environment Long-term development opportunities within a stable international organisation If you re looking for a broad finance position with excellent benefits and career progression potential, please apply today. Apply today to find out more: (url removed) All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Chilworth Partnership / Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010. Venture Recruitment Partners (also trading as Chilworth Partnership Ltd) is a Recruitment Agency. By applying for this role, you are authorising us as a Recruitment Agency to contact you and to provide services and information relating to job hunting activities. Please see our Privacy Policy at (url removed) INDTAF

Financial Accountant - Hospitality - London - £40k-£45k - Hybrid Your new company You will work for a successful hotel group with multiple properties across Europe. Your new role Fixed-asset leadership - Taking full charge of long-term asset records and working closely with project teams to track spend, progress, and impacts of new developments. Business Partnering - Acting as the finance link for build activity, reviewing costs, challenging assumptions, and approving supplier invoices. Banking control - Owning group banking processes and ensuring movements reconcile cleanly across UK and Irish entities. Payroll ownership - Running monthly pay cycles for reception teams and site managers with full accountability from input to reporting. Revenue and system alignment - Keeping system balances tight and partnering with hotel managers to match bookings, payments, and guest activity. Tax and statutory duties - Completing recurring Irish tax submissions and preparing UK financial statements outside audit scope. Month-end - Driving close activities including depreciation postings, IFRS-16 entries, and cash-related journals What you'll need to succeed Recent relevant experience in a similar Financial Accountant or Assistant Accountant role. Fixed assets and business partnering experience are essential. If you haven't previously been involved in Payroll, VAT, statutory accounts or IFRS16 that's ok! Training can be provided if you are keen to learn. You will be actively working towards a professional accounting qualification (i.e. ACCA/CIMA), with exams sat and passed. Strong understanding of double entry. Immediate availability preferred, candidates on up to 1 month notice will be considered. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available with a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 from home each week. Study support Discretionary annual bonus of up to 10% 8% employer pension contribution with option to take as cash. 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. #

From management accounts to margin analysis to process improvement; you'll do it all in a varied, hands-on, p art-time Management Accountant role with real autonomy and opportunity. Join a growing, design-led furniture business with a collaborative culture, where your ideas will be valued, your input will make a genuine impact, and no two days will be the same. BASIC SALARY: £45,000 FTE - (pro-rata depending on work pattern agreed) BENEFITS: 24 Days Holiday EAP Life assurance LOCATION: This is a part time , office based role in Long Eaton, Nottingham. COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Coalville, Loughborough, Castle Donington, Mansfield, Newark-on-Trent, Grantham, Melton Mowbray JOB DESCRIPTION: Management Accountant This Management Accountant role will provide direct support to the Finance Director and play a crucial role in providing high quality finance service to the wider team as well as assisting with all day-to-day financial tasks. This is a part time role (2 or 3 days per week). We're looking for somebody who enjoys rolling their sleeves up, getting involved, sharing ideas and helping shape how systems, reporting and processes evolve over time. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Management Accountant Day to day, as our Management Accountant, you will: Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliation Produce profit and loss reporting, variance analysis and supporting financial commentary Analyse sales, supplier costs, transport costs and margins to support commercial decision making Support budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning alongside the Finance Director Help improve reporting processes, systems and management information across the business Support wider operational finance activities including payment runs, reconciliation and transactional finance processes when required PERSON SPECIFICATION: Management Accountant You will be an experienced Management Accountant, Finance Manager or commercially focused finance professional who enjoys working within a collaborative, hands-on SME environment. You'll be somebody who enjoys variety, thrives on autonomy, and takes pride in improving processes and adding value across the wider business. To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience producing management accounts independently Strong commercial awareness and confidence analysing financial performance and margins Excellent Excel and spreadsheet skills, with confidence using financial systems (Sage experience advantageous) The ability to work autonomously, manage priorities and take ownership of your workload ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications would be advantageous, although strong QBE or part-qualified candidates will also be considered THE COMPANY: We are a design house, importer and wholesaler of furniture to the UK market. Operating for over 20 years, we supply furniture to some of the most respected retail brands in the UK, as well as the independent furniture retail sector. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Assistant Finance Manager, Finance Business Partner, Company Accountant, Financial Accountant, Assistant Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Part Qualified Accountant, QBE Accountant. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Wallace Hind Selection, alongside our client embrace diversity, champion equality, and foster inclusion to create a work environment where everyone belongs and thrives. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: SM18479, Wallace Hind Selection

Finance & Payroll AssistantMilton Keynes Office-based Hays are working in exclusive partnership with a well-established and growing business in Milton Keynes to recruit a Finance & Payroll Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to join a supportive team within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Role Reporting to the Group Finance Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function, with a strong focus on purchase ledger and end-to-end payroll processing.Key responsibilities will include: Purchase Ledger - Processing and matching authorised purchase invoices- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies- Preparing weekly and monthly supplier payment runs- Issuing remittance advice to suppliers- Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records in line with company policy- Posting bank transactions and assisting with daily reconciliations- Credit card reconciliations and postings Payroll - Processing weekly and monthly payroll from start to finish- Submitting HMRC returns in line with reporting deadlines- Managing pension submissions and returns- Processing statutory deductions and payments to relevant authorities- Ensuring payroll is accurately processed, checked and released Wider Finance Support - Supporting the wider accounts team and covering colleagues where required- Assisting with year-end audit processes- Contributing to continuous improvement in finance processes- Supporting cross-functional teams including HR, Purchasing and Operations- Involvement in ad hoc projects as directed by finance leadership To be successful in this role, you will: - Have previous experience in a finance and/or payroll position- Demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines- Have excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy- Have good Excel skills (including Lookups, Pivot Tables and SUMIF)- Ideally have experience using accounting or payroll software (e.g. Sage) What You'll Get in Return - Opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation- Exposure to both finance and payroll, offering excellent development- Supportive team culture with ongoing training- Varied role with real responsibility and business exposureIf you're looking for a varied finance position where you can develop your skills across both accounts and payroll, we'd love to hear from you. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Title: Executive Assistant to Head of Sales Salary: Up to 35,000 Location: Nottingham Role Overview The Executive Assistant to the Head of Sales provides high-level administrative, organisational, and operational support to enable the effective running of the Sales function. The role requires strong commercial awareness, exceptional organisation, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Acting as a trusted partner, the Executive Assistant ensures the Head of Sales can focus on strategic objectives and business growth. Key Responsibilities Executive Support Provide proactive, confidential, and efficient executive support to the Head of Sales Manage complex diaries, scheduling meetings, internal reviews, and external appointments Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Head of Sales Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, and briefing documents Take accurate meeting minutes and track actions to completion Sales Operations & Coordination Support sales planning activities, including forecasting meetings, pipeline reviews, and performance updates Collate and analyse sales data, KPIs, and reports for leadership review Coordinate sales leadership meetings, off-sites, and quarterly business reviews Assist with CRM updates, reporting accuracy, and data integrity Stakeholder Management Liaise with senior leaders, customers, and external partners professionally and confidently Coordinate communication between sales, marketing, finance, operations, and other departments Support onboarding of new senior sales team members Project & Process Support Assist with sales-related projects, initiatives, and process improvements Track deadlines, milestones, and deliverables across key sales initiatives Identify opportunities to improve administrative and reporting processes Administrative & Operational Duties Manage travel arrangements, expenses, and invoices Maintain organised digital and physical filing systems Support budget tracking and cost control activities Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Skills & Experience Essential Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or Senior Administrator supporting senior leadership Strong organisational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and manage competing demands High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Desirable Experience supporting a Sales Director or commercial leadership team Understanding of sales processes, CRM systems, and sales reporting Experience working in a fast-paced, commercial environment INDAB

Interim Group Financial ControllerLocation: Burton (3 days on site)Contract: c4 months Salary: £80K to £100K Distinct is partnering with a growing, fast-moving business to appoint an Interim Group Financial Controller. This is a hands-on leadership role. You will take ownership of group financial control, reporting, and process improvement, while supporting the wider finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Taking a deep dive into the day-to-day operation of the finance function Supporting group-wide financial control, reporting, and overall finance delivery Partnering closely with teams across Accounts Payable, Management Accounts, Treasury, and Finance Assistants Reviewing existing processes to identify areas for improvement and greater efficiency Assisting with ongoing transformation initiatives and project-related work Providing a reliable, hands-on presence to support the wider finance team About You: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Someone who is genuinely hands-on, comfortable working at the detail level Strong team player who can support and manage people day-to-day Experience operating in fast-paced, changing environments Able to quickly understand how things work and add value without overcomplicating it INDCF Distinct Recruitment Privacy Policy

Bicester - 4 Days per week on-site - Up to £60,000 We are supporting a client in Bicester with the recruitment of a Finance Manager - a senior role responsible for leading the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls and high-quality financial insight for senior leadership. This position oversees core financial operations, statutory compliance, team leadership and business partnering. The Finance Manager will play a key role in shaping financial processes, improving efficiency and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation. Role Overview The Finance Manager will lead the finance team, oversee monthly and annual reporting cycles, maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. The role also provides financial analysis and commentary to senior leadership, supports budgeting and forecasting, and drives continuous improvement across the finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role with direct responsibility for an Assistant Management Accountant and close collaboration with the Divisional Finance Director. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Compliance Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements including VAT, P11D and PAYE Submit monthly payroll and ensure accuracy of related records Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, tax advisors and regulators Maintain and strengthen internal controls, policies and financial processes FP&A & Business Support Support the Divisional Finance Director with budgeting and forecasting Monitor cash flow, working capital and overall financial performance Provide insightful analysis and commentary to senior leadership Present and explain accounts to the board, including variance analysis Team Leadership & Development Lead, coach and develop the finance team, ensuring strong performance and succession planning Drive a performance-focused culture aligned with business needs Manage recruitment, training and development within the team Ensure HR policies and procedures are followed consistently Process Improvement & Governance Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy across finance Drive process improvements and automation where appropriate Maintain high standards of financial governance and data integrity Act as an ambassador for the organisation internally and externally Key Skills & Qualifications Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance leadership role Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Advanced Excel and strong financial systems capability Strong leadership, coaching and team-management experience High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills #

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons Audit quality is central to our strategy as an Audit Stream, the key ingredient to our success. Consistent high audit quality enables us to attract, develop and retain talented people and be proud of our work. Audit quality allows us to compete in the market and demonstrate that we can play a key role in market reform. Consistently high audit quality does not happen by chance. It requires a mindset and culture of challenge and professional scepticism, appropriate resources both people and intellectual, investment in central support for engagement teams and technology solutions. Within the last year we have increased our headcount significantly, invested in new partners, and commenced a significant investment programme in our central quality support team. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. This is an opportunity for talented, high performing and ambitious Manager to join the Corporate Reporting team in the Audit Quality Department (AQD) in an exciting period, to help to shape the role and the expanding team. You will report into the Team Partners and work closely with Directors and Senior Managers. General responsibilities Work with Managers, Directors and Partners within both within AQD, The Audi Stream and across the wider firm Maintain and encourage an open and constructive environment in which to provide technical accounting support and advice Bring pre-existing technical knowledge and experience to the CRT team and contribute to all output areas Provide support and supervision to the more junior team members The individual will support the CRT Directors, Senior Managers and other members of AQD, ultimately reporting to the Partners and will be responsible for: Technical review of a personal portfolio of annual reports of publicly traded and other higher risk companies, working with the audit team to confirm compliance with financial reporting standards, company legislation and regulatory requirements Working with the Directors and Senior Managers to provide clear and practical solutions to technical financial reporting queries Assisting in the preparation and presentation of internal financial reporting training, updates and seminars Writing articles and other materials on financial reporting matters for internal communications Monitoring external developments in specific corporate reporting areas, reporting back to the team and working with the Senior Managers to develop an appropriate action plan where required Contributing to AQD wide projects and initiatives. The role would be particularly suited to an individual with experience of working within the technical department of another major firm of accountants, or an auditor with a strong technical aptitude who is looking to move into a technical role. The right candidate for this role will: Be ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent, preferably with at least 2 years PQE Previously a Manager or Assistant Manager in a technical team or have other relevant experience in technical financial reporting, for example within audit Have some practical experience of performing reviews of annual reports. Experience of listed company annual reports is desirable Exhibit a working knowledge and awareness of: IFRSs, UK GAAP, and the Companies Act the wider financial reporting environment Demonstrate an ability to apply technical knowledge to complex financial reporting issues Have strong oral and written communication skills, with an ability to build productive relationships Be willing to work as part of a close-knit team and as a self-directed individual Be highly motivated and proactive, with a desire to innovate and seek new ways of improving our service to internal customers Have a genuine desire to continue to develop their corporate reporting skillset and knowledge. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.