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A well-respected Construction business and looking for a Finance Manager Your new company A circa £30 million turnover construction business who have been part of some of the UK's most iconic projects in the last 25 years. Founded in the 90s, this company is led by an experienced team of developers and they have excellent staff retention. Your new role This role is a newly created role in its current form as the Head of Finance begins to focus more on Operational Business Partnering. This position will take responsibility for the monthly reporting and leadership of the transactional team. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Monthly management accounting and presentation of a board pack with analysis Budgets and forecasts Leading transactional team CIS returns Support operational business partnering What you'll need to succeed You will need to be a qualified accountant, ideally, with experience in a project, construction or engineering type industry, with exposure to working with non finance. Experience leading a team would be advantageous. They have a family-type culture, so having a long-term mindset and desire to be with a company for 5 years plus would be a good fit. What you'll get in return You will get to work for a super supportive business, very friendly, looking for someone to be passionate about their work. They reward and incentivise well and offer a flexible work 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. #

SF Recruitment are recruiting for a 3 month fixed term contract based in Coventry for a Finance Business Partner, 5 days on site. This role will be the Single point of contact (SPOC) for the region for finance related questions and work together with management team to support and challenge their daily activities. The role will ensure the timely and accurate capture of financial information/output necessary for effective management decisions, and in compliance with Local GAAP, local statutory laws and accounting standards, corporate policies/procedures and key controls. What you'll do: - Work closely with local stakeholders: Sales (Operations), Finance, External Partners and customers - Validate business cases, deals etc. - Ensure accurate, transparent, consistent, and timely financial records and reporting submissions, in full compliance with IFRS Accounting Standard and other corporate and legal standards - Support the development, rollout, implementation and maintenance of the financial services programs in the region. - Support for the (external & Internal) audits. - Support central business controlling team with forecast and planning. - Monitor and analyse financial data and produce reports to the organization to share business insights and drive decision. - Support the region with improving overall operational performance with Financial Services partners. - Perform product and pricing benchmarking and secure competitiveness of our products - Work closely with partners to provide internal training to the region. - Have a strong relationship with internal departments, such as Finance, Digital, Training, Network Development and IT. - Project Management lead and support on a wide range of finance and company projects. What you'll bring: - Experience in a similar job with a strong understanding of the automotive industry and retail network business. - Experience working within a Global/European organisation combined with an understanding of vehicle sales. - Be a certified Accountant. - Understands the different needs per country in regard to financial services and products. - Team player, willing to support and is capable of working in a very dynamic and changing environment. - Strong data and analytical skills. - Very organised with the ability to multitask and prioritise workload. - Flexible team player, you like collaborating closely with different kinds of people, but you also excel when working alone. - Experience with Salesforce is a benefit - Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to work well with a wide range of people. - Fluent in English, any additional European languages or Chinese Mandarin would be a benefit. If you are immediately available with the skills and experience outlined above, please click apply now!

Fund Accountant Fund Accountant Swindon Permanent Hybrid Working Our financial services client is seeking to recruit a Fund Accountant into their well-established Real Estate and Infrastructure Operations Team. In your role, you will have responsibility for the production of monthly management accounts and management information, along with financial statements and VAT and Tax reporting. How you'll spend your time As a member of the Real Estate & Infrastructure Operations team, you will provide a key role in the financial accounting, statutory accounting, administration, and management reporting function for the fund(s) you are allocated to and to act in a supporting role on other funds within the Client Accounting Team.In this varied role, the Client Accounting team has multiple interactions with both clients, external parties (such as fund administrators and auditors) and internal team members, including key interactions with the Real Estate Investments team. The role will be sat within a team of up to 3 other Fund Accountants, reporting into a Deputy Client Accounting Manager and ultimately the Client Accounting Manager. To prepare monthly Management Accounts, including the analysis and reconciliation of Balance Sheet, Income Statement General Ledger items and completing Net Asset Value computations for communication to investors. To produce monthly Management Information, including Liquidity Forecasts. Coordination and control of quarterly investor / client communication ensuring completion within specified timescales. Provision of tax information to the relevant tax specialists and calculation of tax accruals. To complete the computation, general ledger reconciliation and on-line submission of quarterly VAT returns and payment of sums payable to HMRC (where applicable). To analyse loan covenant compliance and provide reporting to lenders (where applicable) To aid in the preparation of annual statutory Financial statements, including supporting documents/workings. To liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure audits are planned and executed accordingly, and financial statements are distributed to interested parties in accordance with required timescales. To aid in the review and implementation of Real Estate acquisition and disposals pipeline. To ensure continuous implementation and strict application of accounting standards and operational control Any other duties that are deemed necessary that may occur from time to time. To be successful in this role you will have Part Qualified Accountant - ACCA, CIMA or ACA Management Accounting experience Clear and concise communicator with experience of working with colleagues at all levels Solid financial accounting skills, including ability to analyse and interpret variances Self-starter, deadline-driven and can work on own initiative. Client Focus driven with proven experience If you also had this, it would be great Fully Qualified Accountant - ACCA, CIMA or ACA Experience in a Financial Services environment Fund Accounting/Property Fund Accounting experience 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. #

Management Accountant, South Lincolnshire Your new company Hays Senior Finance are working with a leading, fast-growing manufacturer in South Lincolnshire to recruit a Management Accountant. Your new role Following expansion, this newly created role will see you play a key role in supporting business performance through the analysis, monitoring, and reporting of financial data. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide insight to support decision-making across production, procurement, and operations. Key responsibilities include cost accounting and analysis across multiple revenue streams, maintaining accurate financial records, preparing budgets and forecasts, and delivering monthly management accounts and variance analysis. You will monitor cash flow, ensure robust financial controls, contribute to year-end processes, and liaise with auditors. The role also involves offering strategic financial insight to drive performance improvements and cost efficiencies. What you'll need to succeed You will be professionally qualified (or working towards qualification) with experience in cost accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capability, and experience with financial systems are essential, along with the ability to communicate effectively with non-financial stakeholders. This role suits a proactive, detail-focused individual with strong commercial awareness and a collaborative approach. You will be living in the Lincolnshire area as the role is predominantly office-based. What you'll get in return Lovely working environment Excellent long term career progression/stability Free parking 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. #

Permanent role for a qualified accountant to support FP&A and Finance Transformation. Your new company Our client is a market-leading manufacturer who is embarking on a finance transformation journey to strengthen financial reporting, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the quality of insights provided to the business. They are see king a highly analytical and technically capable FP&A Accountant to join the team to drive improvements and transform our financial reporting and planning processes. Your new role Reporting to the CFO, you will focus on building automation, implementing modern reporting tools, and delivering accurate, actionable insights that drive better business decisions and playing a key role in moving the finance function away from manual, error-prone Excel processes toward a modern BI and system-driven environment. You will also lead the review and enhancement of underlying data structures to ensure the foundation for accurate and efficient analysis. Key duties will include reviewing t he current month-end close process and identifying opportunities to reduce timelines, improve accuracy, standardise reporting and to understand reporting needs to be able to deliver meaningful insights and provide recommendations on process optimisation and system enhancements. You will lead the evaluation, selection and implementation of a Business Intelligence platform and review existing data structures and reporting processes to identify gaps, inconsistencies, and inefficiencies, as well as produce a set of accurate, insightful, and actionable financial reports on a monthly basis and perform variance analysis (actual vs. budget) and identify key business drivers. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will have s trong financial analysis, forecasting, and modelling skills and advanced Excel skills plus experience with BI tools. A knowledge of planning software is a strong advantage, as well as experience working with Sage X3 or similar ERP systems. You will have a solid understanding of financial statements and management reporting and a proven ability to translate financial data into clear business insights. Most importantly, you will be an analytical thinker who can translate complex data into actionable insights and visual reports and have excellent communication skills - able to explain financial insights to non-financial colleagues with a self drive to work independently and take ownership of transformation. What you'll get in return This is an excellent project with a broad brief. A full benefits package is on offer. This role is 5 days a week in Witney. 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. #

We are currently working with a well-established and growing business in the fresh produce sector looking to appoint a proactive and commercially minded Management Accountant to support the senior leadership team for approximately 20 hours per week. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking flexibility and variety within a supportive and expanding company. The business is open to how the hours are worked, whether that's two longer days or several shorter days across the week or something in between. The Role Working closely with the Group Accountant and senior management team, you will take ownership of detailed management reporting, forecasting, analysis, and KPI monitoring, helping drive business performance and strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management information across multiple business entities and systems Producing and analysing detailed trading and financial data Monitoring business performance KPIs for the Managing Director and senior leadership team Creating and maintaining EBITDA, debt service and finance forecasts Supporting bank covenant compliance and reporting Delivering regular MI reporting packs to key stakeholders Interrogating data to identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement Supporting the wider finance function and taking ownership of additional commercial analysis projects Working across multiple systems including Freshware, Nation Wilcox and Sage About You We're looking for someone who: Has previous experience in a Senior Management Accountant or similar role Is confident producing detailed management accounts and commercial analysis Has strong forecasting and KPI reporting experience Can work independently and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders Is highly organised with strong attention to detail Is comfortable working across multiple software systems Enjoys being hands-on within a growing business environment Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent The Opportunity This role would suit someone looking for greater flexibility in their career. The business is experiencing continued growth, meaning there is genuine long-term scope and future development potential for the right person. Please note this is a site-based role. Flexible hours are available but remote working is not offered. If this sounds like the role for you, then please apply or for more information you can contact me on (phone number removed) (phone number removed) or at (url removed)

Ideal 1st move for a newly qualified ACA or ACCA Your new company Join a modern, ambitious accountancy practice that works with fast-growing SMEs and international groups. This is a firm where you're trusted, listened to, and encouraged to contribute ideas - not just produce numbers.Your new role As a Financial Accountant, you'll manage your own portfolio and deliver high-quality financial reporting that genuinely supports the people running the business.You'll be: Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 102 Producing clear, insight-driven monthly and quarterly management accounts Strengthening balance sheet controls and reviewing reconciliations Handling VAT returns and day-to-day compliance Building cashflow forecasts and delivering meaningful financial analysis Streamlining processes and supporting cloud migrations (Xero / QBO / Sage Intacct) Working closely with Tax, Audit and Payroll to deliver a seamless service You'll quickly become a trusted point of contact for finance leads and business owners who want straightforward answers, not jargon. What you'll need to succeed ACA / ACCA qualified Strong technical grounding in UK GAAP (FRS 102); IFRS a plus Confident preparing and reviewing statutory and management accounts Good VAT knowledge and practical compliance experience Solid experience with cloud accounting platforms Proactive, organised and comfortable advising senior stakeholders What you'll get in return A genuinely supportive firm where progression is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and flexibility is standard. You'll work with interesting, growing businesses and continue building your technical and commercial skillset - without the long-hours culture #

Accountancy Practice - Administration Assistant Our client, a well-established and fast-paced firm of Chartered Accountants, is seeking an experienced and highly organised Administration Assistant to join their team. This is a pivotal role within the practice, supporting both client-facing and internal operations to ensure the smooth running of the office. The Role This is a varied position suited to an individual who thrives in a busy professional environment and enjoys taking ownership of administrative processes. Key responsibilities include: Front of House & Communication Managing all incoming calls, directing enquiries and taking accurate messages Meeting and greeting clients in a professional and welcoming manner Preparing meeting rooms, arranging refreshments and resetting rooms post-meeting Post & Mailbox Management Overseeing all incoming and outgoing post Co-managing shared mailboxes, ensuring timely and appropriate responses Client Onboarding & Records Supporting the onboarding of new clients, ensuring compliance procedures are followed Managing professional clearance and transfer of client records Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client files CRM & Reporting Updating and maintaining the firm's CRM system Producing basic internal reports for audit and management purposes Administrative Processes Assisting with maintaining and improving internal administrative procedures Managing "No Longer Acting" (NLA) processes in line with firm policies Office & Facilities Managing office supplies including stationery and kitchen provisions Liaising with cleaning contractors and reporting any maintenance issues Supporting overall office organisation and presentation Events & Ad Hoc Support Assisting with the coordination of staff meetings and internal events Providing administrative support on ad hoc projects as required by senior management Candidate Profile Minimum 2-3 years' experience within an accountancy or tax practice Knowledge of Company Secretarial (CoSec) processes advantageous Strong IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel (PowerPoint beneficial) Confident communicator with a professional and approachable manner Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently Proactive, solutions-focused and able to remain calm under pressure Additional Information This is a fully office-based role. Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm, Friday 8:00am-4:30pm. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and growing accountancy firm where you will play a key role in supporting both clients and the wider team. For further details then please do not hesitate to contact Robin in the 1st instance. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Public & Regulatory Lawyer The Financial Reporting Council's (FRC) purpose is to serve the public interest and support UK economic growth by upholding high standards of corporate governance, corporate reporting, audit and actuarial work. We are the UK Competent Authority for statutory audit. We also set the UK Corporate Governance and Stewardship Codes as well as UK standards for accounting, statutory audit and actuarial work, and monitor and take action to promote the quality of corporate reporting. We operate independent enforcement arrangements for accountants and actuaries. Further information about our role can be found at . This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer interested in developing their public and regulatory legal skills and expertise. The role holder will support the Director of Legal Services, and the Senior Lawyer for the Regulatory sub-team, in the delivery of high-quality, timely, and client-focused legal advice across the FRC, including to the FRC's Executive, Board and Committees. The Role: The key accountabilities are to: Deliver high-quality, timely and business-focused legal advice to internal clients on a broad range of public and regulatory law issues. Proactively manage workloads and competing priorities. With appropriate supervision, advise senior internal clients including the FRC Board and its committees; Through being a collaborative and effective member of the Legal Services Team, support delivery of the team's and the FRC's objectives. Identify, escalate and mitigate legal risks, as appropriate. Effectively manage internal and external stakeholder relationships. The Person: Minimum requirements: Significant and relevant post qualification experience as a solicitor or barrister, qualified to practice in England & Wales. Demonstrable in-depth public / regulatory law experience at a mid-senior level. Demonstrable experience of communicating with a range of internal and external stakeholders in a clear, concise and comprehensible manner. Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work well with others at all levels, within and across teams. Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills, including an ability to grasp multi-faceted legal problems and explain legal issues in clear terms to a variety of stakeholders. Excellent technical and organisational skills. The ability to work proactively to meet challenging objectives and respond to changing priorities, whilst maintaining a high standard of work. Demonstrable experience of instructing and managing external counsel. An interest in the legal and policy frameworks that affect the work of the FRC, with a willingness to develop specialist knowledge in these areas. Desirable criteria: Experience of working within or advising an in-house legal or compliance function in a regulatory or public sector environment. Demonstrable experience in any one or more of the following practice areas: information law, litigation, competition law and/or corporate and commercial law. Experience of advising on public consultations, significant legal projects and legislative change programmes. Experience of line management, or the ability to develop the skills required to line-manage less senior members of the Legal Services Team We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and in particular those that are currently under represented in our workforce. This includes, but is not limited to, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, candidates with disabilities, and female candidates. The role is based in our London or central Birmingham office. The post holder should be able to work flexibly to support the team's activities and also provide cover within the FRC as necessary. The FRC operates a hybrid working arrangement with its workforce. The FRC operates a hybrid working arrangement, with a expectation that 40% of a person's working time will be located at one of our offices per week, with precise arrangements to be agreed between the employee and the line manager. Please apply by uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter as a single document upload. In the covering letter, please set out, by reference to the person specification above how you meet the required skillset. Rewards and benefits The FRC offers remuneration packages, including 30 days annual leave, ability to buy extra leave. Generous employer pension contribution of 10%. Staff Employee Assistance Programme including confidential counselling and work life services. The FRC offers staff the opportunity to save at least 25% on the purchase of a new bike through the Cycle to work scheme. The FRC has a strong work/life balance ethos. The FRC believes that equality of opportunity and diversity is important in the work that we do and we are strongly committed to being an inclusive employer. Our values of being fair and independent supports this commitment. Equal opportunities monitoring is an important means of demonstrating and implementing our commitment to promoting equality of opportunity and diversity. Completing our diversity form will assist the FRC to identify any barriers that prevent access to employment and career development for certain groups of people, and to develop solutions, such as action plans, new policies and practices. The FRC is a Disability Confident Employer and we welcome applications under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme from disabled people as defined by the Equality Act 2010 that meet the minimum requirements for the role. 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Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced Accountant to work for a growing property company based in Guildford, Surrey area. The Accountant role will be office based, working full time or 4 days a week. This varied role involves day-to-day finance and accounting, supporting the development of financial processes, budgets, service charges, VAT, and more. Hours: Full time or 4 days a week will be considered Salary: 45-47K Accountant duties: Oversee financial operations, including bookkeeping, management accounting, and reporting Prepare quarterly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheet and variance analysis Bank reconciliations and control account reconciliations Cash flow monitoring and forecasting Rent & Service Charge Accounting Preparation and submission of VAT returns Raising and processing of invoices and payments Assisting with year-end accounts and audit processes Skills and experience: Experience of working within SME / start up type businesses as an Accountant, ideally have property experience Good IT skills such as Excel and experience of Xero is essential Excellent communication skills both verbally and written

Principal Accountant A local authority is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Accountant to deliver a comprehensive financial management and accountancy service across the organisation. This is a key role supporting revenue budget monitoring, annual budget setting, medium-term financial planning, statutory accounts and financial reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with senior managers, the Finance Manager, auditors and wider services to provide professional financial advice, challenge budgets and support strategic decision making. Key responsibilities include: Leading and supporting budget monitoring and forecasting processes Assisting with the annual budget and Medium-Term Financial Strategy Producing and supporting year-end accounts and statutory returns Liaising with internal and external auditors Providing financial guidance on projects, initiatives and service planning Supporting committee reports and financial compliance Supervising and supporting finance team staff Bank administration, BACS and payment responsibilities Essential requirements: CCAB qualified accountant Strong accountancy and financial management background Experience in budgeting, forecasting and annual accounts Ability to interpret complex financial legislation and explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills Desirable: Local government finance experience CIPFA qualification Experience with capital accounting, treasury management, VAT, payroll or council tax/business rates Working hours: Monday to Thursday - 8:30am to 5:00pm Friday - 8:30am to 4:45pm This role is fully office based initially, with hybrid working potentially considered in the future for the right candidate.

NEW Financial Controller Opportunity - Hybrid Nr Colchester, Essex Your new company Our client is a highly successful privately owned organisation committed to providing excellent service to a blue-chip clientele. Due to continued organic growth, excellent reputation and successful expansion into new markets, our client is looking to recruit a talented finance professional and people manager to join them as Financial Controller at their offices near Colchester, Essex. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will take day-to-day responsibility for finance; manage and develop a talented finance team, review and develop processes, controls, and lead the implementation of the new ERP system, BI tools and cybersecurity. Working closely with the Managing Director and board, the Financial Controller will provide strategic and operational finance support, delivering robust governance, insightful management reporting with analysis and strong cash management. The Financial Controller will play a key role in driving financial performance, influencing strategy and decision support through business partnering and the provision of high-quality, focused data-driven management information and modelling. They will lead budgeting, strategic business planning, statutory reporting, and audit. The Financial Controller will be the point of contact with banks, auditors and other professional bodies and will manage the business insurance, and utility contracts ensuring they are good value and fit for purpose. What you'll need to succeed The Financial Controller will be a qualified accountant; ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CGMA. They will be technically strong with good business acumen who is adept at providing business partner support to board and SMT. They will have strong IT skills, implementation of ERP systems and have experience of AI, BI and automation. They will be a confident communicator and presenter, inquisitive, able to ask probing questions, provide data-driven insight and influence in a calm and professional manner. The Financial Controller will be a talented people manager, passionate about leading and developing people and continuous process improvement, creating a talented, happy and motivated team culture. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity for a talented and ambitious Financial Controller to join a successful business with exciting and achievable strategic growth plans. The Financial Controller will be offered a very good market-based salary, plus benefits which include: Pension, life assurance, health plan and health insurance, flexible working, professional development, professional membership fees and CIPD, hybrid working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, company bonus, team building and celebration events. 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. #

Management Accountant£45-50,000 DOEOn-site working Your new company Your new company are a leader in their field based in Newcastle-under-Lyme and are looking for a Management Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis. Your new role Looking for a commercially focused finance professional to support a manufacturing environment, with an emphasis on product costing, margin insight, and effective cost management. Working closely with senior stakeholders, the role will provide clear financial insight and practical recommendations to support decision-making and improve profitability. The position will play a key part in enhancing cost visibility, strengthening commercial discipline, and supporting continuous improvement across the business. Key responsibilities: Own and maintain accurate product and manufacturing costings, including standard and actual costs, and continuously improve costing methodologies, reporting processes, and financial controls. Analyse and report on product, customer, and brand margins, investigating cost variances across materials, labour, and overheads, identifying risks and opportunities, and supporting pricing decisions with robust cost and margin analysis. Act as a trusted finance business partner to senior leaders across operations, supply chain, and commercial teams, providing clear, insightful analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making, challenging assumptions and influencing outcomes to improve profitability and cost efficiency. Identify, model, and drive cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing, tracking benefits, monitoring performance against targets, and ensuring delivery is measured and reported. Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts with a focus on margins and manufacturing performance, alongside budgets, forecasts, and rolling forecasts, highlighting key risks and opportunities. Develop, enhance, and maintain KPIs and dashboards to support decision-making and improve the visibility of financial and operational performance. Support ERP and finance system enhancements related to costing and reporting, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and alignment between financial and operational information What you'll need to succeed EssentialQualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)Finance experience within a manufacturing or operational environment, with strong costing capability Highly analytical, able to convert data into commercial insight and influence senior stakeholders Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems (NetSuite or similar an advantage) Desirable Knowledge of standard costing and variance analysis Experience supporting cost efficiency or improvement initiatives What you'll get in return Salary £45-50,000 DOE On-site working in a fantastic team AE pension 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexibility for childcare commitments 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. #

Senior Analyst - Insurance Your new company You'll be joining a well-established, highly respected organisation operating within the insurance and financial services sector. The business is known for its specialist expertise, strong market presence and commitment to high technical and governance standards. With continued growth and investment in its finance function, the company offers a stable yet progressive environment where high performers can develop their careers. Your new role This is a senior analytical role within the finance operations function, with ownership of the revenue control remit. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, working closely with senior stakeholders across the business. Key responsibilities include: Owning and delivering the month-end close for revenue control Full responsibility for the balance sheet and P&L related to revenue streams Leading the audit engagement for revenue, acting as the primary technical contact Supporting improvements to reporting and controls, with exposure to data and insight tools Potential line management responsibilities as the team evolves Financial modelling Finance business partnering with different stakeholders What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be an ACA-qualified accountant with a strong foundation gained in practice, alongside experience working in an industry environment. Exposure to insurance or financial services is essential, either through sector-specific clients in practice or direct industry experience. Experience with Power BI or similar tools is advantageous, but not essential. What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a growing finance function in a role with genuine ownership and future progression. The business offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and bonus. Hybrid working is supported, with offices based in the City of London, and the culture combines professionalism with collaboration and development. 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. #

A fixed-term Finance Manager job paying up to £70k for an SME business in Kidderminster. Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract (Maternity Cover) Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum Location: Kidderminster Hours: Mon-Fri (8.30-5) Your new company Hays Senior Finance are working with a well-established and forward-thinking organisation based in Kidderminster with the recruitment of a Finance Manager on a fixed-term contract basis to cover a period of maternity leave. Our client operates in the healthcare sector, and is committed to delivering high-quality solutions and value to its clients. Your new role As Finance Manager, you will be number one in finance locally and be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role covering a range of BAU tasks whilst managing a team. Key duties: Production of management accounting information including group reporting Production of statutory accounts and liaison with auditors Calculation and preparation of journals, accruals and prepayments Balance sheet reconciliations Quarterly VAT returns Maintain fixed asset register Oversight of all ledger functions Payroll support Line management of the finance team (7 staff) Assist the CEO and SMT on commercial matters What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE Proven experience of operating as a Finance Manager (or similar) in a group-based environment Possess a hands-on nature with a 'sleeves rolled up' approach Comfortable operating in a fast-paced and changing business Track record of leading and developing finance teams Strong Excel skills (VLookUps, IF Statements, Pivot Tables) and working knowledge of finance systems (Sage 200 and Sage 50 Payroll an advantage) What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification) and the opportunity to join a highly successful, local business that is known for its welcoming, family-run culture and commitment to staff wellbeing. The package includes 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension scheme, laptop, sick pay and enhanced family-friendly benefits. The role is office-based, but some WFH flexibility can be offered occasionally upon completion of your probationary period. 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. #

Financial Controller up to £55K - Tamworth Your new company I'm excited to represent a fast-paced licensed pop culture business operating across e-commerce, marketplaces, retail and wholesale channels.Working with some of the world's biggest entertainment brands and manage a large multi-channel operation across platforms including Shopify, Amazon and major retail partners.As the business continues to grow, they are now looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to strengthen the finance function and take ownership of operational finance, reporting and financial control processes. Your new role This is a key role within the finance team, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls and reliable operational finance processes across the business.The role will involve taking ownership of management accounts, VAT reporting, income reconciliations, royalty reporting support and finance process improvements within a fast-moving ecommerce and retail environment.You will work closely with the Head of Finance and wider leadership team to support the continued growth and operational stability of the business.Are you someone who is commercially minded, detail-focused and operationally strong?This role would suit a proactive person who enjoys taking ownership, enjoys autonomy and improving processes and helping bring structure and control to a growing business environment. Key Responsibilities You will: Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting analysis Maintain accurate VAT accounting and reporting processesManage and reconcile high-volume income data across multiple sales channelsSupport quarterly royalty reporting and related financial analysisOversee balance sheet reconciliations and month-end processesMonitor cash flow and assist with forecastingImprove finance systems, controls and reporting accuracySupport audit preparation and statutory reporting requirementsWork closely with operational teams to improve financial visibility and controlsAssist with budgeting and financial planning processesSupport the development and management of the finance teamIdentify process improvement opportunities across finance operations What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)Previous experience within a Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager or similar roleStrong management accounts experienceExcellent reconciliation and analytical skillsExperience managing large volumes of financial dataStrong understanding of VAT and financial controlsConfident working within fast-paced commercial environmentsStrong Excel and finance systems experienceOrganised, hands-on and commercially awareAble to manage priorities and work under pressureDesirable Experience E-commerce, retail or marketplace finance experience Experience with Amazon, Shopify or multi-channel retail environments Royalty accounting or licensing industry experience Experience improving finance processes and systems What you'll get in return 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays Bonus Career progression plus other benefits 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. #

A leading organisation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Accountant to join their London-based finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, acting as the link between finance and operational teams while supporting performance across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities Support project teams with end-to-end project accounting, including ownership of systems and processes Produce weekly and monthly management reports covering project and people metrics (e.g. profitability, WIP, AR, utilisation, KPIs) Partner with project teams on revenue recognition, including variance analysis and forecasting Deliver financial training and inductions to non-finance stakeholders Ensure accurate and robust project financial reporting, providing challenge where required Investigate and explain project variances, delivering clear insights to senior stakeholders Monitor working capital (WIP, receivables, and cash flow) Support the wider finance function with accounts payable, audits, and statutory reporting Requirements Experience in project accounting within a consulting or professional services environment (e.g. engineering, architecture, design) Proven experience in a similar finance or project accounting role Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Studying towards (or intending to study towards) a professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) What's on Offer Competitive salary Hybrid working (typically 2 days in the office) Flexible benefits package, including retail and wellbeing perks Healthcare cash plan 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Enhanced parental leave (subject to eligibility) This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Accountant looking to develop their career in a collaborative and commercially focused environment.

Finance Business Partner job, Liverpool, to £55000 Your new company Our client is a large and complex business that delivers vital services to the local economy. Working in one of the largest divisions you will be working closely with operational leaders providing them with financial support and advice. The company offers hybrid working and a market-leading benefits package. Your new role As a Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for preparing monthly management accounts for the division as well as providing analysis on key performance metrics. You will act as a business partner to the leadership and help them to make better informed decisions through your influence and relationship building skills. A key attraction to this role is the variety of operational areas that you will get exposure to, ensuring a mix of commercial challenges. This would be an ideal first business partner role for someone who has experience in management accounts and looking to develop their career. What you'll need to succeed You should be a qualified or nearly qualified accountant with extensive experience of management accounting. We can consider qualified first movers from practice who are fully qualified and would prefer a more business partner focussed role. It is essential that you have strong commercial accountant skills. What you'll get in return In addition to a competitive salary, the role offers a fantastic benefits package including an excellent pension and hybrid working. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #

We are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to support our client during a period of high workload and ongoing development within the department. Reporting directly to the European FP&A Manager, the role will focus on delivering high-quality reporting, forecasting, and commercial insight, while helping to stabilise and improve core FP&A processes. This is a hands-on position requiring someone who can hit the ground running, operate independently, and add value quickly. An immediate start is essential; the role is offering a competitive day rate along with a hybrid working pattern. Responsibilities: Support delivery of monthly and weekly performance reporting, including variance analysis Strengthen and maintain forecasting processes Review and challenge forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities Provide additional bandwidth with business partnering, partnering with stakeholders to explain financial performance and key drivers Aid with delivery of high-quality management reporting packs Support ad hoc analysis and decision-making Take ownership of workstreams with minimal supervision Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong FP&A / commercial finance experience (typically 5-10+ years) Prior interim / contract experience preferred Proven experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Advanced Excel skills (essential) Experience in a multi-entity / international business desirable but not essential Confident, proactive communicator with ability to engage senior stakeholders Hands-on, self-sufficient, and delivery-focused approach By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.