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"The Bar is Back" - and we need your financial leadership, commercial insight, and drive for operational excellence to help us scale from 20 million to 70 million bars a year. At Soapworks , we create high-quality, sustainable soap products for global brands - and as we enter an exciting phase of rapid growth, we re looking for an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support strategic decision-making. From driving robust financial controls and delivering accurate, timely reporting to supporting investment decisions and shaping long-term financial strategy, you ll play a critical role in ensuring our commercial success as we scale - safeguarding profitability, managing risk, and enabling sustainable growth. At Soapworks, we do more than produce soap - we also manufacture a variety of personal care products, including hair and body cleansers and aromatic oils. As a key member of our leadership team, you ll help shape the future of our business, working alongside a passionate and innovative workforce committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation. The Role at a Glance: Financial Controller Glasgow / Remote Working Fridays £65,000 - £75,000 per annum DOE + 33 days holiday, rising with service Plus Excellent Benefits Package Including Pension, Income Protection Benefit, Access to (EAP, GP and Physio Services), Death in Service 3x Annual Salary and More Full Time - Permanent Hours of Work (37.5hrs per week): 8am - 4.30pm (Mon-Thurs), 8am - 3pm (Fri - working from home) Reporting to: Managing Director Values: Ethical, Sustainable, Trusted Company: UKs Largest Bar Soap Manufacturer with a global customer base Who s products Featured In: British Vogue, GLAMOUR, Elle, GQ, Beauty Bay, Stylist Magazine, HELLO! And More Your Background / Skills: Fully Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA plus solid practical experience in a fast-paced environment ideally within a manufacturing environment. Leading and developing a finance team. Experience working with BI tools. Food, Manufacturing, Personal care Ideally exposure to contract manufacturing Our Story: Founded in 1988 by The Body Shop entrepreneur Dame Anita Roddick, Soapworks has always been driven by innovation, exceptional product quality, and a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility. More than 35 years later, we continue to stand at the forefront of the industry, trusted by 50 of the world s top brands as a leading supplier and partner. In 2018, we joined the Daabon Group, a global leader in sustainable and organic ingredients, further strengthening our commitment to ethical and eco-friendly production. As passionate advocates for sustainability, we are committed to promoting the environmental benefits of bar soaps. Our dedication has earned us numerous awards and certifications, including the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Award for Sustainability, placing us among the top 5% of companies in our sector. But we re not stopping there - we are actively working towards net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, ensuring that our impact on the planet is as clean as the products we create. Beyond business, we believe in making a difference and have a well developed SOAP AID programme where we collaborate with NGOs and Charities to donate life saving soap bars to areas of need or natural disaster across the world demonstrating our commitment to global well-being. We don t just make soap - we create products that align with a better, more sustainable future. The Opportunity: Soapworks is looking for a proactive and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the optimisation and innovation of our finance operations as we scale up the business. In this key role, you ll focus on enhancing financial processes, improving reporting accuracy, and strengthening overall financial performance - driving cost control, supporting strategic investments, and ensuring robust financial governance in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. With ambitious growth plans ahead, we need someone who s passionate about financial excellence, data-driven decision making, and helping to shape a sustainable, profitable future for Soapworks. Key Responsibilities: • Advise on financial strategy to support company objectives. • Lead, motivate, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance. • Provide financial guidance to managers and staff to help achieve targets. • Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions. • Prepare annual budgets, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow. • Present financial reports to the Board and participate in monthly meetings. • Oversee Group Reporting, including monthly sales and P&L reports. • Deliver financial updates at fortnightly KPI meetings. • Produce monthly management accounts and Finance Board reports. • Coordinate year-end reporting and external audits. • Manage operational performance reviews and P&L reforecasts. • Prepare monthly 13-week cash flow forecasts. • Authorise and ensure accuracy of supplier payments. • Review product costings with BDM for new business opportunities. • Analyse profitability by customer and product type. • Develop Capex business cases and payback analysis with senior management. • Liaise with auditors to ensure accurate statutory reporting. • Maintain relationships with banking partners and supply management accounts. Education/Qualifications: • Fully ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified along with practical experience in a fast-paced environment ideally within a manufacturing environment. • Educated to degree level. Experience/Skills/Knowledge: • Demonstrable experience of leading and developing a finance team. • Working in a multiple margin control and strict cash-flow management business • Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reports and compliance documentation • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address financial discrepancies and operational inefficiencies. • Knowledge of working with BI tools to drive financial improvements • Proficient in MS Office • Knowledge of integrating new ERP system such as MS Dynamics / Business Central or equivalent would be preferable. Aptitudes/Attributes: • Excellent organisational skills • Strong communication skills with the ability to provide financial information to non-financial stakeholders • Strong analytical skills and capable of breaking down complex financial issues and identifying patterns, risks and opportunities • Good time management skill with the ability to work under pressure • An excellent team player who can work alongside other members of the executive team to deliver the strategic plan of the business Other Job Requirements: • May need to be able to travel What s on Offer: • Competitive Market Salary • 4-weekly pay cycle • 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays rising with service • Pension • Death in Service benefit of 3x basic salary • Income Protection Benefit after 1 year in role • Access to who provide EAP, GP & Physio services. They also provide information on health, family, money & work, as well as discounts with various retailers. Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.

"The Bar is Back" - and we need your financial leadership, commercial insight, and drive for operational excellence to help us scale from 20 million to 70 million bars a year. We create high-quality, sustainable soap products for global brands - and as we enter an exciting phase of rapid growth, we're looking for an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support strategic decision-making. From driving robust financial controls and delivering accurate, timely reporting to supporting investment decisions and shaping long-term financial strategy, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our commercial success as we scale - safeguarding profitability, managing risk, and enabling sustainable growth. We do more than produce soap - we also manufacture a variety of personal care products, including hair and body cleansers and aromatic oils. As a key member of our leadership team, you'll help shape the future of our business, working alongside a passionate and innovative workforce committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation. The Role at a Glance: Financial Controller Glasgow / Remote Working Fridays £65,000 - £75,000 per annum DOE + 33 days holiday, rising with service Plus Excellent Benefits Package Including Pension, Income Protection Benefit, Access to (EAP, GP and Physio Services), Death in Service 3x Annual Salary and More Full Time - Permanent Hours of Work (37.5hrs per week): 8am - 4.30pm (Mon-Thurs), 8am - 3pm (Fri - working from home) Reporting to: Managing Director Values: Ethical, Sustainable, Trusted Company: UKs Largest Bar Soap Manufacturer with a global customer base Who's products Featured In: British Vogue, GLAMOUR, Elle, GQ, Beauty Bay, Stylist Magazine, HELLO! And More Your Background / Skills: Fully Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA plus solid practical experience in a fast-paced environment ideally within a manufacturing environment. Leading and developing a finance team. Experience working with BI tools. Food, Manufacturing, Personal care Ideally exposure to contract manufacturing Our Story: Founded in 1988 by entrepreneur Dame Anita Roddick, we have always been driven by innovation, exceptional product quality, and a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility. More than 35 years later, we continue to stand at the forefront of the industry, trusted by 50 of the world's top brands as a leading supplier and partner. As passionate advocates for sustainability, we are committed to promoting the environmental benefits of bar soaps. Our dedication has earned us numerous awards and certifications, including the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Award for Sustainability, placing us among the top 5% of companies in our sector. But we're not stopping there - we are actively working towards net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, ensuring that our impact on the planet is as clean as the products we create. Beyond business, we believe in making a difference and have a well developed SOAP AID programme where we collaborate with NGOs and Charities to donate life saving soap bars to areas of need or natural disaster across the world demonstrating our commitment to global well-being. We don't just make soap - we create products that align with a better, more sustainable future. The Opportunity: We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the optimisation and innovation of our finance operations as we scale up the business. In this key role, you'll focus on enhancing financial processes, improving reporting accuracy, and strengthening overall financial performance - driving cost control, supporting strategic investments, and ensuring robust financial governance in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. With ambitious growth plans ahead, we need someone who's passionate about financial excellence, data-driven decision making, and helping to shape a sustainable, profitable future. Key Responsibilities: • Advise on financial strategy to support company objectives. • Lead, motivate, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance. • Provide financial guidance to managers and staff to help achieve targets. • Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions. • Prepare annual budgets, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow. • Present financial reports to the Board and participate in monthly meetings. • Oversee Group Reporting, including monthly sales and P&L reports. • Deliver financial updates at fortnightly KPI meetings. • Produce monthly management accounts and Finance Board reports. • Coordinate year-end reporting and external audits. • Manage operational performance reviews and P&L reforecasts. • Prepare monthly 13-week cash flow forecasts. • Authorise and ensure accuracy of supplier payments. • Review product costings with BDM for new business opportunities. • Analyse profitability by customer and product type. • Develop Capex business cases and payback analysis with senior management. • Liaise with auditors to ensure accurate statutory reporting. • Maintain relationships with banking partners and supply management accounts. Education/Qualifications: • Fully ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified along with practical experience in a fast-paced environment ideally within a manufacturing environment. • Educated to degree level. Experience/Skills/Knowledge: • Demonstrable experience of leading and developing a finance team. • Working in a multiple margin control and strict cash-flow management business • Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reports and compliance documentation • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address financial discrepancies and operational inefficiencies. • Knowledge of working with BI tools to drive financial improvements • Proficient in MS Office • Knowledge of integrating new ERP system such as MS Dynamics / Business Central or equivalent would be preferable. Aptitudes/Attributes: • Excellent organisational skills • Strong communication skills with the ability to provide financial information to non-financial stakeholders • Strong analytical skills and capable of breaking down complex financial issues and identifying patterns, risks and opportunities • Good time management skill with the ability to work under pressure • An excellent team player who can work alongside other members of the executive team to deliver the strategic plan of the business Other Job Requirements: • May need to be able to travel What's on Offer: • Competitive Market Salary • 4-weekly pay cycle • 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays rising with service • Pension • Death in Service benefit of 3x basic salary • Income Protection Benefit after 1 year in role • Access to who provide EAP, GP & Physio services. They also provide information on health, family, money & work, as well as discounts with various retailers. Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to our Leadership Team Application notice We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed by our talent partner RR (Recruitment Revolution) on the basis of their legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to their Data Privacy Policy & Notice on their website for further details.

A well-established and reputable firm of accountants in Newark is looking to recruit an Audit Semi-Senior / Senior Auditor to join their team this is a role blending audit and accounts preparation work. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and modern practice offering a varied client base, flexible working arrangements, and strong long-term career prospects click apply for full job details

We're seeking a diligent Semi-Senior Auditor to join our Accounting & Finance department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough financial statement audits and ensuring compliance with regulations in our professional services setting. Client Details Our client is a medium-sized organisation in the professional services industry. With a strong reputation in Sittingbourne, they pride themselves on delivering exceptional services to their clients. Their robust Accounting & Finance department plays a key role in maintaining their high standards. Description Conduct comprehensive financial audits. Ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Prepare detailed audit reports. Assist with the planning and execution of audits. Accounts preparation. Collaborate with the team to identify areas of improvement. Communicate effectively with clients to understand their business operations. Participate in professional development and training sessions. Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends and regulations. Profile A successful Semi-Senior Auditor should be: ACA/ACCA Part-qualified. Previous experience in an auditing role. Sound knowledge of auditing standards and procedures. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well in a team. Proficiency in accounting software. Job Offer A competitive salary range of £28,000 - £35,000 + study support. Generous hybrid working policy. Opportunities for professional development. A supportive and collaborative work environment. Exposure to a wide variety of clients in the professional services industry.

Our client is seeking an experienced Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) Manager to lead and develop their HSEQ strategy across a growing operational business. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive HSEQ professional who enjoys being visible on site, driving positive safety culture, and implementing robust quality and compliance frameworks. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the business maintains the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and quality management. The Role As HSEQ Manager, you will act as the organisation's lead authority on Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality matters. You'll work closely with operational teams, senior management, clients and external auditors to ensure compliance, continuous improvement, and best practice across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead and promote a positive health and safety culture throughout the organisation Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety reviews Manage risk assessments, RAMS, incident investigations, and corrective actions Deliver practical health and safety guidance to operational teams Support toolbox talks, safety briefings, and workforce engagement initiatives Oversee compliance schemes including RISQS and SafeContractor Maintain audit readiness and manage external compliance requirements Develop and improve Quality Management Systems (QMS) Lead and support ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification activities Monitor environmental compliance and support sustainability objectives Produce performance reports, audits, and improvement plans for senior leadership Identify training requirements and support HSEQ development across the business Requirements Essential Proven experience within an HSEQ, Health & Safety, Compliance, or Environmental Management role Strong working knowledge of UK Health & Safety legislation Experience managing compliance schemes such as RISQS, SafeContractor, or similar Experience conducting site inspections, audits, and safety engagement activities Quality Management System (QMS) experience Experience supporting or delivering ISO 9001 and/or ISO 14001 standards Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Grad IOSH or Chartered IOSH membership ISO Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor qualification Background within construction, infrastructure, engineering, rail, utilities, or project-based environments What's On Offer? Competitive salary package Opportunity to shape and influence business-wide HSEQ strategy Career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative working environment Long-term stability within a growing organisation If you're an experienced HSEQ professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact on safety culture, compliance, and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Financial Controller Job, Merseyside, FMCG, £90000 + Bonus Your new company This is one of the most exciting Financial Controller briefs I've worked on in recent years! You'll be joining a dynamic and fast-growing FMCG organisation undergoing significant investment and transformation. The business is PE backed and you will be working with an impressive CFO to build a high-impact finance function that truly supports commercial decision-making. This exciting role offers a wide range of development opportunities for an ambitious finance leader who is building towards an FD role. Your new role As Financial Controller, you will take full ownership of the finance function and lead the day-to-day delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial outputs. You will be responsible for monthly close, management accounts, KPIs, board reporting and maintaining strong balance sheet integrity, including inventory. You'll lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, oversee cashflow and liquidity planning, and drive automation, systems improvements and process optimisation. You will also partner with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making and performance, while managing external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks and payment providers. Leadership of a small finance team will be a key part of the role. What makes this different? You'll be working on a business that doesn't stand still. The role will evolve with opportunity to gain commercial skills learnt from an experienced CFO and the future involves ERP systems implementations and the harnessing of the power of BI in this data-rich environment. What you'll need to succeed To excel in this role, you will be a fully qualified accountant with proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader within a product-driven environment. You'll bring a strong technical grounding across accounting, tax, payroll and compliance, combined with a relentless focus on balance sheet integrity (especially inventory) and working capital discipline. A hands-on approach, excellent organisational skills and the ability to deliver to deadline are essential. You'll have experience with ERP accounting systems and ideally BI tools, alongside a proven ability to strengthen controls, improve processes and introduce automation. You'll also be a confident communicator, capable of influencing at all levels and simplifying complexity. What you'll get in return In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to a bonus scheme, Hybrid working and a suite of corporate benefits. You'll be working with a talented and experienced CFO who can help you to develop new skills in an environment that will challenge you and grow your career. Onward progression to a Finance Director post in a PE environment is foreseen for a candidate performing in this role. What you need to do now If you're interested in this Financial Controller job in Liverpool, 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 job near Warrington paying up to £80K Hays Senior Finance is working with a niche manufacturing company near Warrington which is owned by a larger, International Group. The business has over 20 years of operating in the UK from their modern facilities. Due to ongoing growth and restructuring of the finance department they are looking to appoint a Practice trained, qualified Financial Controller. As Financial Controller you will join the Senior Management team and work closely with the COO and Group Finance Director to manage all financial aspects of the business. You will be responsible for ensuring high-quality financial management, controlling working capital, supporting strategic decision-making, and assisting in delivering future growth. Key Duties - Lead, manage, mentor and develop a dedicated Administration & Finance team of five - embedding a culture of financial discipline, accuracy and continuous improvement.Produce the monthly management accounts pack reporting to the Group Financial Controller and Group CFO, as well as the local SMT; analyse and refine processes to improve the timeliness, accuracy, and clarity of management information.Provide commercial financial analysis and insight to support the Senior Management Team and assist in decision-making across projects and operations.Support strategic financial planning, including cash forecasts, monitoring project performance against forecasts.Work closely with the Group CFO, COO and the Senior Management Team to manage working capital - including cash flow, cash forecasting and credit control.Oversee all financial operations including, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, expenditure control, allocation/journal entries and financial reconciliations.Ensure payroll processing is accurate and timely.Review, plan and implement improvements to systems, controls and processes - aligning finance workflows with other departments (Laboratories, Logistics, Customer Services).Maintain documented finance procedures, accounting policies, and ensure adherence to key controls and compliance requirements (incl. UK GAAP, tax, VAT, CIS/reverse-charge if applicable).Support the annual audit process - liaising with external auditors, preparing working papers, and ensuring timely delivery.Undertake ad-hoc financial projects and analysis as required by the SMT to support business planning, strategic initiatives, and growth. We are keen to speak with qualified accountants who have formal training in Practice and relevant experience in Industry. You must have a right to work in the UK and be based locally to Warrington. 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.

Management Accountant Role - Successful Group - Based in Herefordshire - Permanent Progression Opportunities Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a rapidly growing & successful Group to recruit a dynamic, driven & hands-on Management Accountant. The position will be based 4 days per week in Hereford & 1 day in West Bromwich. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, working within a fast-paced accounting team, you will take ownership of the accounting processes for one of the sites within the group, overseeing/preparing financial management information to support effective decision-making. A broad permanent position with future development and succession planning for the right candidate. This role is most suited to a newly qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA accountant, part-qualified/finalist will be considered. Open to finance professionals from industry & practice. Your new role Your key duties will involve ownership of the management accounts processes including monthly P&L's, balance sheet processes including reconciliations, along with detailed variance analysis. You will prepare the monthly reporting pack for board presentations, complete VAT returns, turnover reconciliations, along with supporting year-end budget processes. You will prepare for year-end processes, providing information to auditors, review weekly payroll processing, monthly forecasting, along with daily cash reconciliations. You will liaise with members of the site, to ensure timely ledger month-end closure, along with supporting the development of processes to improve internal management information. You will be involved in ad-hoc projects and duties to support the senior management team and growth of the group. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this hands-on and varied Management Accountant role, you will need experience in a similar position. Ideally part-qualified, finalist or qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA. Strong MS Excel skills and trained in a range of financial systems, with excellent communication skills to build both internal/external relationships at all levels. You will be used to managing your own workload to meet deadlines, key attention to detail, with a proactive and analytical working approach. You will be used to working within a fast-paced environment, adaptable to business needs, willing to learn and a team player who can use their own initiative. Experience within a small/medium-sized business that is part of a group would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Management Accountant role offers a competitive salary, depending on experience-based outskirts of Hereford, Herefordshire (4 days on-site in Herefordshire, 1 day in West Bromwich per week). A great opportunity to really add value to a growing group with progression & succession planning opportunities reporting directly into the Group Financial Controller, where you will really take ownership of the accounting processes, adding value as the business develops further. 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.

This role offers a modern audit approach and a strong focus on staff development. Your new company A modern, growing accountancy practice that's genuinely investing in its people. You'll be joining a friendly, down-to-earth audit team where development is taken seriously, work is well-managed, and progression isn't just talk.Clients are varied, the work is interesting, and you'll get exposure that actually helps you move your career forward - not just churn through jobs. Your new roleThis is a great step up for a newly or recently qualified ACA/ACCA auditor ready to take a bit more ownership.You'll be involved in audits from planning right through to completion, with real responsibility but plenty of support around you.Day to day, you'll be: Leading audits on a range of clients (with support where needed) Reviewing financial statements and identifying key risk areas Managing timelines, budgets and keeping things on track Supporting and mentoring juniors (without being expected to manage a team overnight) Building strong, confident relationships with clients Getting involved in more technical and interesting areas as you progress It's a role where you can actually develop your judgement, not just follow last year's file. W hat you'll need to succeed Experience in external audit within an accountancy practiceACA / ACCA qualified or newly qualified (or very close)Strong grounding in UK GAAP and audit standardsConfidence speaking to clients and taking ownership of your workAbility to manage multiple jobs without burning out Exposure to any of the below is a bonus (but not essential): Group audits / consolidations IFRS or overseas entities More complex assignments (acquisitions, reorganisations, etc.) You must already have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) What you'll get in return Clear, realistic progression (no "wait 3 years and see") A supportive team that doesn't throw you in at the deep end Proper exposure to interesting and technical work Ongoing development as you move beyond newly qualified level A genuinely collaborative culture - not cut-throat What you need to do now If you're an Audit Senior looking for supportive practice with strong technical work and real career opportunity, get in touch and I'll share the full details confidentially.

"The Bar is Back" - and we need your financial leadership, commercial insight, and drive for operational excellence to help us scale from 20 million to 70 million bars a year. At Soapworks , we create high-quality, sustainable soap products for global brands - and as we enter an exciting phase of rapid growth, we re looking for an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support strategic decision-making. From driving robust financial controls and delivering accurate, timely reporting to supporting investment decisions and shaping long-term financial strategy, you ll play a critical role in ensuring our commercial success as we scale - safeguarding profitability, managing risk, and enabling sustainable growth. At Soapworks, we do more than produce soap - we also manufacture a variety of personal care products, including hair and body cleansers and aromatic oils. As a key member of our leadership team, you ll help shape the future of our business, working alongside a passionate and innovative workforce committed to quality, sustainability, and innovation. The Role at a Glance: Financial Controller Glasgow / Remote Working Fridays £65,000 - £75,000 per annum DOE + 33 days holiday, rising with service Plus Excellent Benefits Package Including Pension, Income Protection Benefit, Access to (EAP, GP and Physio Services), Death in Service 3x Annual Salary and More Full Time - Permanent Hours of Work (37.5hrs per week): 8am - 4.30pm (Mon-Thurs), 8am - 3pm (Fri - working from home) Reporting to: Managing Director Values: Ethical, Sustainable, Trusted Company: UKs Largest Bar Soap Manufacturer with a global customer base Who s products Featured In: British Vogue, GLAMOUR, Elle, GQ, Beauty Bay, Stylist Magazine, HELLO! And More Your Background / Skills: Fully Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA plus solid practical experience in a fast-paced environment ideally within a manufacturing environment. Leading and developing a finance team. Experience working with BI tools. Food, Manufacturing, Personal care Ideally exposure to contract manufacturing Our Story: Founded in 1988 by The Body Shop entrepreneur Dame Anita Roddick, Soapworks has always been driven by innovation, exceptional product quality, and a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility. More than 35 years later, we continue to stand at the forefront of the industry, trusted by 50 of the world s top brands as a leading supplier and partner. In 2018, we joined the Daabon Group, a global leader in sustainable and organic ingredients, further strengthening our commitment to ethical and eco-friendly production. As passionate advocates for sustainability, we are committed to promoting the environmental benefits of bar soaps. Our dedication has earned us numerous awards and certifications, including the prestigious EcoVadis Gold Award for Sustainability, placing us among the top 5% of companies in our sector. But we re not stopping there - we are actively working towards net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, ensuring that our impact on the planet is as clean as the products we create. Beyond business, we believe in making a difference and have a well developed SOAP AID programme where we collaborate with NGOs and Charities to donate life saving soap bars to areas of need or natural disaster across the world demonstrating our commitment to global well-being. We don t just make soap - we create products that align with a better, more sustainable future. The Opportunity: Soapworks is looking for a proactive and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the optimisation and innovation of our finance operations as we scale up the business. In this key role, you ll focus on enhancing financial processes, improving reporting accuracy, and strengthening overall financial performance - driving cost control, supporting strategic investments, and ensuring robust financial governance in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment. With ambitious growth plans ahead, we need someone who s passionate about financial excellence, data-driven decision making, and helping to shape a sustainable, profitable future for Soapworks. Key Responsibilities: • Advise on financial strategy to support company objectives. • Lead, motivate, and develop the finance team to ensure high performance. • Provide financial guidance to managers and staff to help achieve targets. • Manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions. • Prepare annual budgets, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow. • Present financial reports to the Board and participate in monthly meetings. • Oversee Group Reporting, including monthly sales and P&L reports. • Deliver financial updates at fortnightly KPI meetings. • Produce monthly management accounts and Finance Board reports. • Coordinate year-end reporting and external audits. • Manage operational performance reviews and P&L reforecasts. • Prepare monthly 13-week cash flow forecasts. • Authorise and ensure accuracy of supplier payments. • Review product costings with BDM for new business opportunities. • Analyse profitability by customer and product type. • Develop Capex business cases and payback analysis with senior management. • Liaise with auditors to ensure accurate statutory reporting. • Maintain relationships with banking partners and supply management accounts. Education/Qualifications: • Fully ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified along with practical experience in a fast-paced environment ideally within a manufacturing environment. • Educated to degree level. Experience/Skills/Knowledge: • Demonstrable experience of leading and developing a finance team. • Working in a multiple margin control and strict cash-flow management business • Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reports and compliance documentation • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to address financial discrepancies and operational inefficiencies. • Knowledge of working with BI tools to drive financial improvements • Proficient in MS Office • Knowledge of integrating new ERP system such as MS Dynamics / Business Central or equivalent would be preferable. Aptitudes/Attributes: • Excellent organisational skills • Strong communication skills with the ability to provide financial information to non-financial stakeholders • Strong analytical skills and capable of breaking down complex financial issues and identifying patterns, risks and opportunities • Good time management skill with the ability to work under pressure • An excellent team player who can work alongside other members of the executive team to deliver the strategic plan of the business Other Job Requirements: • May need to be able to travel What s on Offer: • Competitive Market Salary • 4-weekly pay cycle • 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays rising with service • Pension • Death in Service benefit of 3x basic salary • Income Protection Benefit after 1 year in role • Access to who provide EAP, GP & Physio services. They also provide information on health, family, money & work, as well as discounts with various retailers. Sounds like a good fit? 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Experienced Financial Controller is required for a well-established Property & Real Estate SME in Altrincham Your new company Your new company are a UK property investment and development company focused on delivering long-term value through the acquisition, development, and active management of property assets. With a strong presence in the commercial property sector, the business has particular expertise in industrial and logistics property, alongside interests in office, retail, leisure, land, and selected residential opportunities. Your new role In your new role as Financial Controller you will lead the finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting, statutory compliance, cash flow management, and commercial support to the leadership team. The role oversees finances across a UK commercial property portfolio and supports strategic decision making through clear analysis and reporting.The role manages day to day financial activity, prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts, and ensures balance sheet reconciliations are regularly completed. It maintains financial controls, manages policies and procedures, oversees year-end statutory accounts, and works with auditors and tax advisers while ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards. You will handle property related finance, including rental income, service charges, insurance recoveries, void costs, dilapidations, and capital expenditure. It reviews asset performance, provides variance analysis, works closely with property and asset management teams, monitors lease related financial matters, and supports acquisition, disposal, refinancing, and development activities. What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role you will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified with significant post qualification experience, ideally within commercial property, real estate, or a mufti entity investment environment. It requires experience of preparing management and statutory accounts, along with a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial control. Previous team management experience is preferred. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge and a good understanding of UK commercial property finance, including rents, service charges, and landlord/tenant financial processes. It requires strong Excel and financial modelling skills and experience using accounting systems. High attention to detail, strong analytical capability, and excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non finance stakeholders are also required. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £65,000 plus bonus, reflecting the seniority and responsibility of the role. You will also benefit from 25 days holiday, providing a strong work life balance, along with private medical cover to support your health and wellbeing. Alongside this core package, you'll be joining a business where finance has a meaningful voice, offering the opportunity to influence decisions, shape processes, and contribute directly to the performance of a diverse UK property portfolio. You will work closely with an experienced leadership team, gain exposure across the full investment and asset lifecycle, and have the chance to continue developing your expertise in a supportive and growth focused environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Job Title Senior Accountant Location Bromsgrove Salary £30,000 - £39,000 I am working with a client who are seeking a Senior Accountant to join their growing practice. You will specialise in clients from exciting sectors, such as sports stars, media and entertainment, including many high-net-worth individuals. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious professional who enjoys managing client relationships, delivering high-quality advisory services, and supporting the development of junior team members. What you will be doing as a Senior Accountant Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies across a varied client portfolio. Prepare consolidated accounts for small and medium-sized groups. Prepare corporation tax returns and supporting computations. Review simple VAT returns and ensure compliance requirements are met. Prepare management accounts and financial information for clients. Liaise directly with clients, developing strong professional relationships and supporting progression towards a Supervisor position. Plan and manage personal workloads, including preparing work schedules and daily priorities to meet deadlines. Provide support and guidance to less experienced members of the team. Assist Managers with client work and departmental projects as required. Respond to and resolve external auditor queries efficiently and professionally. Support a range of ad hoc assignments, including valuations, due diligence exercises, forensic accounting work, and other specialist projects. What you will need to succeed as a Senior Accountant Minimum of 2 years' experience within an accountancy practice environment. ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification, or currently studying towards qualification. Strong commitment to maintaining and developing technical knowledge. Experience preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax returns. Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience using Xero is essential. Experience with Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks, and Sage 50 would be advantageous. Good understanding of technology and its application within accounting processes. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to adapt skills to new situations and challenges. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships. Ability to work accurately and efficiently under pressure while managing multiple deadlines. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills. Why join this firm? Opportunity to work with a globally recognised firm Exposure to high-profile, high net worth clients Involvement in both core accounting and advisory work Strong focus on training, development, and career progression Collaborative and supportive team culture What next? The client is keen to start interviewing NOW! So, if you are interested, please apply ASAP! As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Management Accountant Stirling Permanent Full -Time Hybrid £45,000-£50,000 + Benefits Your new company Hays is proud to be partnering with a well-established public sectororganisation with a strong focus on financial governance, service improvementand long-term financial planning. Operating within a complex and fast-pacedenvironment, the organisation places real value on high-quality financialinsight to support senior leaders, budget holders and strategicdecision-making. A flexible and hybrid working approach is embedded, enablingemployees to balance service needs with modern ways of working. Your new role As ManagementAccountant, you will play a key role within the Management Accounting team,acting as a trusted finance business partner to assigned services. Reporting tothe Management Accountancy Team Leader, you will provide high-quality financialanalysis, advice and reporting to support effective budget management, serviceimprovement and change initiatives. Yourresponsibilities will include supporting services with budget setting,forecasting and monitoring, investigating and explaining variances, andensuring the achievement of approved savings. You will contribute to businesscases, performance reporting, medium- and long-term financial planning, and thepreparation of service final accounts. The role also has a strong statutoryfocus, including the completion of statutory and other financial returns andsupporting the production of the annual accounts in collaboration withcorporate finance colleagues. You will provide direction and support to a smallteam and engage regularly with senior managers, auditors and externalstakeholders. What you'll need to succeed You must be a professionallyqualified accountant (CCAB or CIMA) with proven experience in a similar management accounting or financialenvironment. A strong understanding of accounting standards, legislativerequirements and financial governance is essential, along with the ability toremain up to date with technical developments. You will bringexcellent communication skills, enabling you to explain complex financialinformation clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders. Stronganalytical capability, high attention to detail, and advanced spreadsheetskills are required, alongside experience of working with financial ledgersystems. You will be well organised, adaptable and comfortable working to tightdeadlines with competing priorities, while demonstrating leadership capability,initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement. Experience within apublic sector or local authority environment. What you'll get in return Inreturn, you'll secure a rewarding Management Accountant role offering a blendof professional challenge, influence and stability. The organisation offers ahybrid working model with a hybrid office presence, flexible workingarrangements, and the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders onhigh-impact financial matters. You'll be supported in your ongoing professionaldevelopment and given the scope to contribute meaningfully to serviceimprovement, financial planning and organisational objectives within acollaborative finance function. 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.

Accounts Manager Location: Willenhall Salary: 45,000 + Benefits Type: Full-Time, Permanent A fantastic opportunity to take ownership, make an impact and become a key part of a growing business. Blue Orchid Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a successful and well-established manufacturing business in the search for an experienced Accounts Manager . This is an appointment for an individual who enjoys taking ownership of the finance function, building strong relationships across the business and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations. Working closely with senior management, you'll play a pivotal role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting business performance and driving efficient financial processes. The Role This is a varied and hands-on position encompassing all aspects of transactional finance, reporting and account management. Key responsibilities will include: Sales Ledger & Credit Control Raising and issuing customer invoices Allocating incoming payments Managing customer statements Proactively chasing overdue accounts Monitoring customer credit limits and account status Purchase Ledger Processing supplier invoices Matching invoices against orders and purchase records Managing supplier payments Reconciling supplier statements Resolving invoice and payment queries Banking & Cashflow Posting daily receipts and payments Performing regular bank reconciliations Monitoring cashflow and liquidity Managing multi-currency transactions, including US payments Reporting & Month-End Producing month-end reports Preparing aged debtor and creditor reports Supporting VAT return preparation Completing month-end reconciliations Assisting external accountants and auditors Business Support Working closely with sales and operational teams to resolve payment and pricing queries Maintaining accurate customer and supplier records Ensuring compliance with HMRC and VAT requirements About You We're looking for a finance professional who combines strong technical capability with excellent organisational and communication skills. You will ideally have: Previous experience in an Accounts Manager, Finance Manager or Senior Bookkeeper role Strong knowledge of sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control Experience preparing month-end reports and reconciliations Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Confidence managing multiple priorities and deadlines Strong IT skills, including finance systems and Excel - Sage Payroll & Orderwise would be advantageous. A proactive, positive and solutions-focused approach Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a respected and growing business where your contribution will be genuinely valued. You'll enjoy: A varied and rewarding role Significant autonomy and responsibility A supportive and collaborative working environment Long-term stability and career development opportunities The chance to become a trusted member of the senior team Life insurance Birthday off as extra holiday Free onsite parking 37 hours a week, finishing at 1:00pm on Friday's 45,000 starting salary For a confidential discussion and further information, please contact Blue Orchid Recruitment. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.

Interim Finance Officer job in Plymouth Interim School Finance OfficerOrganisation: School based in Plymouth Start: ASAP - likely to be up to 6 months in lengthWorking policy: 5 days onsite unless agreed reasons with line managerSalary: Up to £28 per hour (37 hours per week) Role PurposeTo provide high-quality, school-facing financial leadership and business partnering across a portfolio of academies, supporting strong financial management, compliance and long-term sustainability across the Trust.The role works closely with Headteachers, Office Managers and senior leaders, ensuring financial integrity, robust planning and effective use of resources across schools. Key Responsibilities Act as the primary finance lead for allocated schools, providing guidance, challenge and supportDeliver strategic financial insight, modelling and scenario planning to inform decision-makingLead preparation of multi-year budgets, forecasts and monthly outturns, challenging assumptionsStrengthen and monitor financial controls and compliance across schoolsSupport year-end processes, accruals and correct treatment of restricted and unrestricted fundsReview staffing costs, payroll variations and affordability of staffing decisionsDeliver ad-hoc financial analysis, costings and scenario modelling for senior leadersProvide finance training and ongoing support to school Office ManagersEnsure compliance with Trust policies, DfE requirements and audit standardsLiaise with Local Authorities, auditors and other external bodies as required Systems & ToolsThe Trust uses PS Financials (accounting) and IMP (budgeting)Experience with these systems is desirable, but not essentialStrong Excel skills are essential, including financial modelling and data analysis Candidate ProfileStrong experience in finance, management accounting or school financeConfident providing financial challenge and insight to senior and non-finance stakeholdersHighly organised, analytical and comfortable managing competing prioritiesExcellent communication and distinguishabilities skillsExperience across multi-site or complex organisations desirable

Audit opportunity within a Top 10 Firm suited to a recently qualified auditor seeking progression Your new company Working within a rapidly growing Top 10 practice, you'll join the Audit team in Wolverhampton working with a range of clients - including large complex entities in a role which will enable you to develop your technical capability. Your new role Working with large corporate clients from a range of industries, including manufacturing, technology, and leisure as an Audit Senior/ AM, you will get involved in a range of audit engagements including group audits. You will take the lead on assignments and will use your audit knowledge to support more junior members of the team and develop great client relationships - communicating effectively to pull together information for complex group engagements. What you'll need to succeed You will be an ACA or ACCA qualified auditor with UK experience working with large, multi-million pound turnover clients. You'll have strong technical knowledge and will be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of different reporting standards, including UK GAAP/ US GAAP/ IFRS etc. Additionally, you will be an ambitious individual keen to develop your audit career within a forward-thinking, growing firm. What you'll get in return The successful individual will join a well-structured team in a firm that values work-life balance and offers a positive working culture. There are regular social events, a great range of benefits and clear potential to accelerate your career progression. Hybrid working is in operation with your time split between the office, client sites and working from home - you'll spend roughly 60% of your time in the office or on client sites, but this may vary according to client requirements and there is good flexibility within the firm. 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.

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 As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. 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. You'll be someone with: Act as a major point of contact within the firm, together with the Partner. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at senior levels, being a principal point of contact throughout the year. Develop a strong commercial understanding of the audited entities businesses. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities with new entities, and inform the Partner as appropriate. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participates in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Complete assignments within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings. Technical Skills ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. 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.

Beyond Talent is supporting a well-established, multi-entity business in the appointment of an Interim Financial Controller . This is a key leadership role within the finance function, with a strong emphasis on taking ownership of statutory accounts and leading both UK and US audit processes . The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders across the UK and internationally, ensuring robust reporting, compliance, and audit readiness. This position will suit an experienced interim professional who is comfortable stepping into a business, quickly adding value, and leading on complex reporting and audit requirements. You will take the lead on: End-to-end statutory accounts preparation and delivery , ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK GAAP Primary ownership of audit processes , acting as the key point of contact for external auditors across both UK and US requirements Coordinating group reporting and alignment with international finance teams, including collaboration with US stakeholders Ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting across monthly, quarterly, and annual cycles Strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and ensuring audit readiness at all times Alongside this, you will support broader finance leadership activity - partnering with senior stakeholders, providing insight, and helping to drive improvements across the function. We're looking for someone who can confidently take the lead in a hands-on interim role. You'll likely be: A qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) , or highly experienced in a similar capacity Proven at managing statutory accounts and leading external audits Experienced working across UK GAAP, with exposure to US GAAP or international reporting frameworks Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, changing environment , with the ability to hit the ground running A strong communicator, able to manage relationships with auditors, senior stakeholders, and international teams Why consider this role? Opportunity to take full ownership of critical reporting and audit deliverables Exposure to an international finance environment A genuinely hands-on interim assignment where you can make a visible impact quickly If you're an experienced interim finance leader looking for your next assignment, or you'd like a confidential conversation, please get in touch.

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 As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. 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. You'll be someone : With the ability to identify risk matters and raises with a manager and/or partner, while exercising judgement within agreed parameters. Who can identify and understand needs of the Audited Entity, suggest potential solutions on technical matters and communicate and agree the needs and potential solutions with Managers or Partner. Who can build and maintain strong relationships with new and established Audited Entities, identifying opportunities and be a point of contact throughout the year. With experience of conducting rigorous project and financial management on all projects, completing projects within agreed timescales and raising issues in a timely manner. Qualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS or overseas equivalent. Working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends. Experience supervising and coaching junior members of the team. Experience of managing projects. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. 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.

Interim Senior Financial Accountant - Swindon 9-12-Month Contract (Day Rate) The Organisation We are working with a large, complex UK-wide organisation. The name of the organisation will be shared at shortlist stage. The Role This is a hands-on senior financial accounting role, responsible for statutory reporting, technical accounting, and audit delivery across the group. You will act as a key technical lead within finance, supporting high-quality external reporting and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and reporting requirements.The role sits within a strong central finance function and works closely with senior stakeholders, external auditors, and specialist teams across the business. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation of group and entity statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102) Act as the main point of contact for external auditors, managing the audit process from planning through to sign-off.Own and maintain accounting policies, ensuring they are clearly documented, up to date, and consistently applied.Provide technical accounting advice on complex transactions and balance-sheet itemsSupport analysis and understanding of a large and complex balance sheet, including funds, reserves, and property-related accountingReview and improve financial reporting models, processes, and controls to drive efficiency and qualityPrepare clear papers and insights for senior management and audit-level audiences Skills & Experience Required Qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA)Strong experience preparing statutory accounts subject to external auditGood working knowledge of FRS 102.Proven ability to manage audits in complex, multi-entity environmentsConfident in producing technical accounting papers and explaining issues to non-finance stakeholdersComfortable working independently in an interim capacity and delivering to tight deadlinesStrong Excel and analytical skills; experience working with large datasets is beneficial. 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.