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A PE-backed company operating in the higher education sector is seeking a Head of FP&A. Your new company Our client is a diversified global provider in the education sector. Operating across Europe and beyond, it is part of a PE-backed international business. Your new role Reporting to the COO, you will be a highly commercial Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) leading forecasting, budgeting, and performance insight across the UK business. Working as a strategic business partner to senior leadership and Business Units, you will combine strong financial discipline with deep commercial and operational understanding, to inform decision-making, drive profitability, and support sustainable growth. Leading a team of four, you will take ownership of all p lanning, forecasting and reporting, including the annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes, and build and maintain robust driver-based models as well as deliver concise monthly performance packs with variance analysis. You will lead the organisation's annual five-year corporate planning process, integrating financial modelling with strategic horizon scanning, market intelligence, and operational context. Business partnering is an integral part of the role supporting non-finance in managing P&Ls and in forecasting and longer-term planning for their business units. You will offer commercial and strategic analysis, partnering with Business Units and Sales/Marketing teams to assess pricing, discount strategy, and product/mix optimisation by market and agent and support contractual partner reporting and performance reviews. Controls, data and systems will also be an important part of your remit, including improving data quality and championing best-in-class FP&A tools and processes. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with FP&A leadership, ideally in a commercial multi-site organisation. You will have analytical rigour and attention to detail and experience of financial modelling, driver-based planning, and scenario analysis. As a senior member of the team, you will be able to influence stakeholders with your proven track record of business partnering, simplifying complexity, and influencing decisions. We are looking for a team leader who can manage and develop the team and who has strong commercial acumen and excellent communication skills. What you'll get in return This is an exceptional opportunity that offers a real chance to enjoy a highly commercial role in a collaborative team. A full benefits package is on offer. 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.

Tax Manager 12 months FTC Reading Berkshire Your new company This group specialises in pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare and is evolving and expanding year-on-year. They have several household brands in their product range across different businesses within the group. They seek a Tax Manager on a 12-month contract for maternity cover, working directly with the UK Head of Tax. Your new role You will: Support the delivery of strategic projects and all aspects of corporate tax compliance and reporting, risk, controls and tax policy. Work with SAP and internal reporting tools, ensuring the delivery of all tax reporting, forecasting, modelling and compliance. Assist in the preparation of CFC, SAO, DAC6, OECD Pillar 2 and other disclosures. The key focus is on UK and EU VAT, with deliverables on UK corporate tax, UK customs, Plastic Packaging Tax and Employment tax. Provide information to external advisors internationally as needed Assist the Pillar 2 submissions. Keep up to date with UK and international tax legislation and associated reporting standards. Supporting on tax authority disputes and policy matters, maintaining positive and productive relationships with tax authorities. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified tax professional, CTA, ACA, ACCA or similar, or be qualified experience, with the ability to showcase a strong understanding of and ability to conduct mixed tax compliance. You will have the ability to build relationships internally with other teams, as well as the CFO. What you'll get in return You will receive a salary dependent on experience up to £75,000 plus a 10% bonus. The full suite of company benefits are also available. Flexible working with only ONE DAY A MONTH IN OFFICE. 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 to , or call me now on 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.

Connect2Hackney , the internal talent team for Hackney Council is looking for a strategic, forward-thinking Group Accountant to provide lead financial support to a critical service division. If you are a qualified or highly experienced finance professional looking for a role that combines technical excellence with impactful civic leadership, we want to hear from you! The Role As a Group Accountant, you will be the lead financial support role for an assigned service division, with a primary focus on management accounting. This is a high-profile PO8 position where you will act as a trusted advisor to senior management, helping to model budgets, identify savings, and shape alternative operational strategies. You will also take on a vital leadership role, managing a small, dedicated team to ensure they remain high-performing, customer-focused, and fit for purpose. Key Responsibilities Lead the Budget Cycle: Oversee the accurate production of the three main pillars of the annual budget cycle-budget setting, budget monitoring, and accounts closing-across both capital and revenue for your division. Provide Strategic Advice: Deliver high-quality, informed financial advice to guide operational decision-making, and confidently challenge budget holders when necessary. People Management: Direct, manage, and develop a Service Accountant and an Accountancy Assistant, overseeing appraisals, 1:1s, and performance management. Financial Modeling & Projects: Work with senior managers to manipulate and model service budgets to identify service savings and provide crucial financial support to major projects and change programmes. Quality Assurance: Guarantee the integrity of all external financial communications, including committee reports, Freedom of Information requests, and statistical returns. Statutory Compliance: Apply relevant financial controls, standing orders, and the scheme of delegation, while upholding the responsibilities of the S151 Officer in day-to-day business. Deputise: Step up to deputise for the Head of Finance when required. Who We Are Looking For We are seeking a proactive collaborator who understands the complexities of working within a political local government environment. You should bring: Qualifications & Experience: Either at least two years of experience as a CCAB qualified accountant , OR five years of accounting experience that clearly demonstrates your management and supervisory capabilities. Local Government Expertise: An in-depth understanding of local government finance and proven experience coordinating the annual budget cycle within a local authority. Exceptional Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex financial data into clear information for non-financial staff at all levels. Relationship Building: A track record of building positive, trusted working relationships with budget holders, senior management, and external stakeholders. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Company Profile CBRE is the global leader in real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 100,000 employees and operate in 48 countries. Job Title: Contract support CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Contract Support to join our team on a contract in London. The main feature of this role will be to provide exceptional customer service and business support in order to contribute to the continued growth and success of the Business Unit. Understanding, anticipating and delivering to customer needs, achieving results within quality and time constraints. RESPONSIBILITIES Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations Promote and maintain CBRE culture throughout teams Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's. Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract Undertake any other duties as requested by the Contract Manager, Lead Contract Support, or Finance & Contract Support Manager PERSON SPECIFICATION Education Good basic education to GCSE (or equivalent standard), which will include an English and Maths qualification. Education to A-Level/HNC standard would be beneficial Training Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc. Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo. Experience Experience of a similar customer facing role in a medium-sized business. Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients, suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities. Aptitudes Excellent command of the English language demonstrated through good verbal and written communication. Must be detail conscious, accurate and methodical in approach. Strong organizational and communication skills Able to work systematically and use own initiative. Able to work on more than one task at any given time. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to work as part of a team as well as independently. Character Must demonstrate a strong sense of customer focus, and promote a sense of team spirit and good morale within the office. Reliable, able to complete work within required time frame and manage own deadline requirements. Calm manner able to work under pressure and against rapidly changing demands and priorities. Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, providing support to other areas of the business on occasions, as required. Ignore Facilities administrator / CS Admin / Facilities maintenance coordinator

Project Finance Modeller Edinburgh Permanent Full - Time Hybrid £60,000 - £67,000 + Benefits Your new company Haysis delighted to be partnering with an established and growing renewable energyorganisation with a strong presence in the UK market is seeking to strengthenits finance capability. With a portfolio of complex, long-term infrastructureprojects, the business offers the opportunity to work at the intersection ofproject finance, economic modelling and stakeholder engagement within a highlycollaborative environment based in Edinburgh. Your new role As a ProjectFinance Modeller, you will play a critical role in managing project financedocumentation, coordinating with lenders, and delivering high-quality economicand financial analysis across UK projects. Reporting to the Head of Corporateand Financial Planning UK, you will work closely with the wider corporatefinance team and project stakeholders. Keyresponsibilities include coordinating lender requests and covenant monitoring,maintaining and enhancing complex financial and economic models, supportingdebt and equity structures, and providing detailed project profitabilityanalysis suitable for board-level reporting. You will also contribute to annualbusiness planning, interact with independent financial advisers, and supporttreasury activity across UK projects. This role offers meaningful exposure tolarge-scale energy and infrastructure investments. What you'll need to succeed To be successfulin this role, you will hold a degree in finance, economics, mathematics orengineering and bring demonstrable professional experience in economic orfinancial modelling. Experience within energy or infrastructure projects ishighly desirable, alongside advanced Excel-based modelling capability. You will havestrong business, economic and financial acumen, with knowledge of projectfinance structures, renewable energy economics, and an understanding of UK taxand accounting practices being advantageous. A proactive, self-startingapproach, excellent attention to detail and the ability to communicateeffectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders are essential.Fluency in English is required, with additional languages viewed positively. What you'll get in return Inreturn, you will join a technically strong and collaborative finance teamworking on nationally significant renewable energy projects. The role offersexposure to lenders, sponsors and senior stakeholders, alongside theopportunity to develop deep expertise in project finance and economic modellingwithin a growing sector. 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 have an exciting opportunity that has arisen for an Operation & Compliance Manager for a Prep School based in Chelsea. The successful candidate will provide operational and compliance support, working in close partnership with the Head and staff team to ensure that the school runs efficiently and complies with all aspects of the independent school standards. The Operations & Compliance Manager will line manage the office administrator and catering assistant and oversee the regular and occasional contractors who provide services across the school. The Operations Manager will be report daily to the Head and work closely with the Group Compliance Manager and Finance team to ensure effective and efficient running of the school. Finance & Information Systems To collate pupil and statistical data for monthly reporting to the LA, the Head and Forfar Group To manage the monthly payroll adjustments and submit to the Group Payroll Officer To liaise with Group Finance to manage the school budget, including invoicing. To manage, with the Head, staff salaries as required. To lead the Bursary process, liaising with parents and the Bursary Diligence contractor, providing recommendations to the Head on the allocation of Bursary funds Safer Recruitment To support the Head and SLT in the recruitment of staff as required To lead all safer recruiting and vetting checks required by new members of staff, third party suppliers, agency staff, contractors and volunteers as appropriate To provide leadership and management of those contractors involved in outsourced estate maintenance, Health and Safety and cleaning contracts Support visitor management - including meeting and escorting as required General To promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils To comply with the school's safeguarding and child protection policy and ensure that any concerns relating to the safety or welfare of children are reported immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) To work within the framework provided by the school's policies and procedures to fulfil the general aims and objectives of the school and to carry out the roles outlines in their respective job descriptions to the highest level To read other policies and guidance as and when required to do so by the DSL, Head or other members of the Senior Leadership Team To act consistently, in a calm supportive manner with colleagues To attend staff meetings, open days, briefings, parent events, INSET days and support other school events as required. To communicate in a timely and effective manner with parents To undertake other specific duties which may, from time to time, be reasonably requested by the Head To meet all deadlines for the efficient running of the school Connaught Resourcing operates as an Employment Business and an Employment Agency. We are a committed equal opportunities employer who respect and value cultural diversity. Connaught Resourcing will carry out background checks including referencing and where required an Enhanced or Standard DBS Disclosure as part of our recruitment and selection procedures.

Senior Manager, Equity Portfolio Management Homes England National Housing Bank 59,631 - 69,548 Location: Hybrid 50/50 Our new Headquarters are in Leeds but colleagues can be based in our Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool or Manchester office. Homes England is launching the National Housing Bank, a new government-backed investment platform to accelerate housing delivery across England. With 16bn in capital, it will unlock private investment, support regeneration and accelerate housing delivery across the UK. Joining now offers a rare opportunity to shape a major new national investment platform from the ground up. The role holder will be responsible for managing a portfolio of Equity transactions for Homes England. For a senior portfolio manager, these will be larger or more complex either by purpose, nature of client or deal structure. Portfolio size will vary based on complexity with between 3 and 5 likely depending on the types of deals in the portfolio. The post will report directly to a Head of Equity, JVs and Partnerships in Portfolio Management albeit on some occasions there may be peer reporting. Line management or coaching other staff may feature. The role is to ensure that homes and funding are delivered as planned in line with the risk appetite and annual budget of the agency. The candidate will need to provide strong stewardship, managing risks and Investment Partner relationships (including C-Suite) with Partnership documentation as the core relationship document. Regular monitoring, reporting and assurance are key features. Managing and maintaining the relationship with the client is a key factor. The opportunity Responsibilities include: Ensure delivery of housing outputs and Investment delivery/ recovery in line with the credit approval and forecasts of each transaction in line with the Investments Business Plan and the annual budget. Developing strong and positive relationships with Investment Partners and the professional community and advisers. Manage the risk profile and performance of the transactions within the risk appetite of the agency and in line with the Recovery Rate of the programme. Ensure all risk reporting of transactions is timely and of high quality. Identify deterioration in risk profile at an early stage, engage positively with customers to address and ensure this is managed professionally and in line with guidance, working with Risk and Distressed Investments. Maintain and report on relevant data metrics including key commercial/ financial metrics such as NPVs, IRRs, Dividend Yields), for asset performance including portfolio composition and stewardship activity and provide strong quality assurance and reporting as required. Critical assessment of business plans and financial models providing suitable challenge to meet investment objectives and return criteria Engaging with senior management at Board and Governance Committee level Candidate profile Degree level qualification or equivalent experience of industry professional e.g. Banker, Accountant, Corporate Finance, or similar. Good experience and understanding of risk and client management of a portfolio of equity investments or loans in the real estate sector. Experience of working with underperforming transactions. Ability to review and interrogate financial models, with understanding of core investor metrics including return on investments, discounted cashflows, IRRs, income/ dividend yields, and funding structures. Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Why join? Help build a new national investment institution Work on complex housing and regeneration transactions Deploy 16bn of government-backed capital Hybrid 50/50 working across multiple national locations Defined benefit pension and strong public-sector benefits Contact point for applicants Name : Ciara Lynn Email : Recruitment team Email : Closing date: 8th June 2026 Right to Work in the UK is required.

Corporate Tax Manager wanted for Leading Thames Valley Accountancy Practice Corporate Tax Manager Location: Maidenhead (Hybrid Working) Permanent, Full-Time Are you ready to bring your Corporate Tax expertise to a role where your skills and perspective can make a meaningful and lasting impact? About the Opportunity This is a people-focused professional services firm where individuals, clients, and communities come first. As a growing mid-to-large UK accountancy practice with an international presence, the firm combines global insight with strong local relationships. The culture is collaborative, ambitious, and grounded in continuous learning. You won't be just another number - you'll be part of a driven team that values personal development, open communication, and long-term career progression. Significant investment is made in training, leadership development, and professional growth, giving you the autonomy to shape your career while contributing to the wider success of the firm. The Role As a Corporate Tax Manager, you will work within a dynamic tax team advising a diverse portfolio of clients. This role goes far beyond technical delivery - it's about building trusted client relationships, understanding commercial drivers, managing risk, and providing insight that supports informed decision-making.You will be involved in both corporate tax compliance and advisory work, with the flexibility to shape the balance according to your strengths and career ambitions. What We're Looking For We're keen to hear from: Corporate Tax professionals ready to step up into their first managerial role, or Experienced Corporate Tax Managers seeking a new challenge in a growing environment. You will: Support and help grow the firm's corporate tax offering Work with a varied client base including owner-managed businesses, family companies, and UK and international groups Advise across a broad range of sectors and organisational sizes Play an active role in client development and relationship management Contribute to mentoring and developing junior team members This is an excellent opportunity for someone motivated, forward-thinking, and eager to progress quickly within a supportive and well-structured firm. Working Environment You'll thrive here if you enjoy: Building strong, long-term client relationships Working collaboratively within a sociable and supportive team Being given responsibility, trust, and room to grow Contributing to a firm that values innovation, development, and balance Rewards & Benefits You'll be recognised as an individual, with benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional journey, including: Flexible & agile working with core hours and regular home-working Generous holiday allowance, plus the option to buy or sell additional days Competitive salary package Discretionary annual bonus and recognition awards Structured succession planning and clear progression pathways Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support, counselling, and virtual GP access for you and your family and additional benefits designed to support both your professional and personal life.

Head of Operations and People Are you a dynamic and organised leader, ready to inspire and support a dedicated team of staff and volunteers Energetic, yet calm and composed at a senior level If you re excited about using your professional experience to make a difference to young people, this could be the perfect role for you! This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior leadership role, where no two days are ever the same! As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. Position: Head of Operations and People Location: Tilbury, Essex (Until the Youth Zone is completed and fully operational you will be based at the temporary offices space at Tilbury Community Association) Salary: £40,000 to £45,500 (dependent upon experience) with 33 days Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Benefits: 33 days Holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Workplace pension, Free gym access (once the Youth Zone opens) Access to OnSide s Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring Closing Date: 12 noon on 5th June 2026. We may close this role early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. First Stage Interviews: Online 16th July 2026 Second Stage Interviews: 23rd July 2026 at a location local to Tilbury About the Role During the pre-opening phase, the role will focus on developing the Youth Zones back-office functions, undertaking all necessary tasks, planning and preparations to ensure we are fully operation at opening. This will include setting up the HR function ahead of recruiting the wider team and supporting staff wellbeing, development, and compliance. The Head of Operations and People role is a key position at the Youth Zone. When open, as part of the Senior Management team, you ll lead and manage the back-office functions, ensuring the team deliver the best possible service to the thousands of young people who rely on the organisation. We re looking for an experienced and professional operational manager who can manage multiple teams and being the go-to person for ensuring the environment is safe, welcoming, and efficient, so the frontline teams can focus on delivering life-changing experiences for young people. In this role, you ll also serve as the secretariat for the Board of Trustees and oversee monthly payroll administration. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of the Youth Zone and make a real impact! Key responsibilities include: Day to day operations Recruitment and HR management Compliance and legislation Financial and support function management Management and staff development Leadership and networking Safeguarding About You We re looking for someone who can juggle multiple roles, tackle new challenges daily, and make a real impact on the lives of young people and the community. You will have experience of: Working in a senior administrative and operational management roles within a busy office environment, including line management responsibility for large and varied staff teams. HR functions, including HR practices, procedures and policies. Basic finance administration processed, including payroll, accounts work and budget management. Providing high-level support to Boards, Chief Executives and external stakeholders, including partnership working, contracts, and service agreements and commissioning. You will have proficient IT skills with an understanding of Office 365 and relevant support systems If you have a passion for young people and genuine enthusiasm for working in a youth environment, then we would love to hear from you! About the Organisation Join a brand-new locally run youth charity, set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Tilbury, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 18, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to feel empowered and try new experiences. The building is due to be completed in 2027. This is passionate, properly funded youth provision, with no ifs or buts. It s about giving young people a chance to shine in an environment where they can be themselves. It s about opportunity. Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive. You may have experience in areas such as Operations, People, People and Operations, HR, Human Resources, Personnel, HR and Operations, Head of Operations, Head of People, Head of People and Operations, Head of HR, Head of Human Resources, Head of Personnel, Head of HR and Operations. Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People.

The Company Able Bridge Recruitment are thrilled to be working with an internationally recognised specialist service provide in the recruitment of a finance manager on a permanent basis. Benefits include Free Parking Attractive salary Pension Holiday This vacancy is a newly created role which has come about due to structural change to the finance function and an over-hall of financial processes and procedures. Reporting to the CFO, this role will be crucial to the delivery of the companies finance strategy. The Responsibilities The purpose of this role is to free up time for the head of finance to focus on strategic goals. The financial position of the company is currently very strong, however there are significant gaps in the visibility that the directors/owners have of their financial position. This role will be instrumental in unravelling the historic accounts to build a strong picture of how to harness the companies commercial success. On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be responsible for the following; Completion of bank account reconciliations on a daily, weekly and monthly basis in GBP and Euro. Investigation of variances in balance sheet ensuring that reconciliations and documentation is duly supportive. Review of current financial controls and implementation of further financial controls to ensure a robust finance reporting ability. Review historical intercompany transactions ensuring that all postings are accurate and reconcile accordingly. Review of month end intercompany activities ensuring compliance with group accounting requirements. Preparation of monthly management accounts which will require P&L account production, variance analysis and supporting variance commentary. Working with the head of finance to prepare budget and forecasting material for senior stakeholder review. Proactively working with head of finance to improve financial processes and performance. The Requirements Ideally we are looking for a professionally qualified accountant who has been working in a similar role (within the UK), for at least 5 years. Our client has indicated that they would be happy to look at part qualified candidates and have muted that if the role were to become permanent, study support could be offered. We are seeking an applicant who is based in South Fife as the role will be office based 5 days a week (due to the IT infrastructure), however they would be open to applicants who are based in Edinburgh or Dundee who would happily commute. We are looking for an individual who has a strong focus on detail and somebody who is able to spot financial anomalies quickly. Attention to detail, self-starting and the ability to work proactively and independently are essential requirements. Our client does not hold a license to offer study support so will only consider applicants who are able to work unrestricted within the UK and who are based in the immediate vicinity. If you are interested in hearing more detail about this role or would like to have a confidential chat about a potential career move, please do not hesitate in contacting me.

An outstanding opportunity for an accuracy-obsessed finance professional to join a growing group of businesses at a pivotal stage in their development. This is a senior, hands-on financial control role spanning three entities, with real breadth, genuine responsibility, and the chance to shape the financial backbone of a successful, ambitious group. Group Financial Controller Coalville Full-time, Permanent Hours: To be agreed Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Please note: you must be authorised to work in the UK. About the group The BakeRite Company (The Tradelink International Group Ltd) is an experienced importer, stockist, and distributor of high-quality, healthy, natural, and free-from ingredients for the specialist bakery and food and drink markets. Fixfire (Avansys LLP) is a growing fire safety and compliance services business. Octado Ltd, is the group holding company. Family owned, this is a group of businesses that value honesty, trust, professionalism, and people who go the extra mile. You ll be joining a supportive, environment where your contribution genuinely makes a difference and where high standards are the norm, not the exception. The role This is a critical, hands-on financial control role responsible for the full books of three entities within the group. You will oversee bookkeeping functions in BakeRite and Fixfire, managing a small team of finance staff to produce fully reconciled accounts through to trial balance, and deliver monthly management accounts to the Board. The role carries genuine breadth: you ll manage landed costs and significant foreign exchange activity in BakeRite, ensure work-in-progress is accurately costed in Fixfire, and maintain robust financial controls across the group. You ll also lead on audit liaison, budgeting, cash flow management, and statutory reporting. This role is expressly office-based in Coalville, with some flexibility around hours. Key responsibilities Bookkeeping & Accounts Oversee and review day-to-day bookkeeping across BakeRite and Fixfire, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness Produce fully reconciled accounts through to trial balance for each entity monthly Perform and review all balance sheet reconciliations, including intercompany transactions between all three entities Management Accounts Produce monthly management accounts for each entity within agreed timescales Present clear, insightful commentary to support Board decision-making Work in Progress - Fixfire Develop and maintain a robust WIP valuation methodology Ensure WIP is accurately captured and released at each month-end in line with project progress Landed Costs & Foreign Exchange - BakeRite Manage the allocation and accounting treatment of landed costs across BakeRite s import activity Accurately record and revalue significant FX balances; experience in transacting in foreign currencies including forward contracts or hedging is a plus Financial Planning & Treasury Collaborate with team leaders in each entity to build annual budgets and then provide ongoing financial forecast updates Monitor performance against budget and produce variance analysis highlighting cost-saving opportunities Track daily liquidity and forecast working capital requirements Supervise bank reconciliations and support management of credit facilities Controls, Compliance & Audit Design and enforce financial policies to prevent fraud and protect group assets Act as principal point of contact for external auditors, managing the end-to-end audit process Liaise with external accountants to support preparation and filing of statutory accounts Support VAT return preparation; manage packaging regulations reporting and ONS enquiries Administer incentive and profit share schemes in BakeRite and Fixfire People Line manage and develop bookkeeping staff across the group Skills and experience Significant experience in a financial controller, management accountant, or similar senior finance role Proven track record producing fully reconciled accounts to trial balance, ideally across multiple entities Experience of monthly management accounts preparation and Board-level presentation Familiarity with work in progress accounting, preferably in a project-based or services environment Experience handling landed costs or import accounting within a trading or distribution business Foreign exchange experience is highly desirable Proficiency with SAP Business One (BakeRite) and/or Sage (Fixfire and Octado) preferred Part or fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), or QBE with demonstrable capability at the required level Obsessively accurate - you find errors before anyone else does, and you fix them Competent and confident in utilising AI tools to improve efficiency and financial insight A genuine team player who actively contributes to a culture of continuous improvement Able to coach and bring out the best in your team, raising standards through example and support Prepared to be accountable - including to key performance metrics - expecting the same from those around you Benefits Competitive remuneration package Enhanced pension contributions Company-funded private medical insurance for you and your family 20 days holiday plus your birthday off, plus bank holidays (29 days per annum) Additional holiday entitlement for long service Opportunity to purchase additional holiday via salary sacrifice Free breakfast and lunch when working in the office and all refreshments A positive, high-performance working environment in our modern Coalville office Funded opportunities for ongoing professional development Stable, family-owned business with open communication and collaborative culture Free on-site parking with EV charging How to apply for the role If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this varied and important Group Financial Controller role, please apply now with your CV and we will be in touch. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. This role may also be known as Financial Controller, Group FC, Head of Finance, Management Accountant, Senior Accountant, Finance Manager, Group Finance Manager, Group Management Accountant, or Finance Business Partner.

Head of FP&A PE Backed Services Group £110,000 Your new company You'll be joining a fast-growing, private equity-backed services business operating in a highly dynamic and acquisitive market. The organisation is at an exciting stage of its growth journey, with an ambitious value-creation plan and a strong focus on scaling, optimising performance and enhancing investor returns. The culture is commercial, data-driven and collaborative, with high visibility to senior leadership and shareholders. Your new role As Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the commercial strategy of the business. Reporting into the CFO, you will lead the planning, forecasting and modelling agenda, supporting both the executive team and investors with high-quality insight to drive growth and value creation. You will be responsible for developing and rationalising the business model, building robust financial models to support strategic initiatives, and providing clear, actionable analysis to inform key commercial decisions. This role will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, acting as a trusted commercial partner across the organisation. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified finance professional with a strong track record in FP&A within a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment, ideally within a private equity-backed or similarly commercial business. You'll bring advanced Excel, data analytics and financial modelling capability, alongside proven experience of supporting senior stakeholders with insight-led decision making. Strong communication skills, commercial acumen and the ability to simplify complex data will be critical to success. What you'll get in return You'll secure a senior, high-impact role within a rapidly scaling, PE-backed organisation, offering significant exposure to investors and executive leadership. In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package, alongside the opportunity to shape strategy and play a key role in the next phase of the business's growth. 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.

Immediate Management Accountant Requirement - Temp Role with Permanent Potential Temporary Management AccountantLocation: Christchurch Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Temporary, 2-4 months, full-time (possibly 4 days per week), potential for a permanent role Hays are working with a well-established organisation to recruit a Management Accountant to support the Head of Finance in managing financial performance and strengthening financial controls across the business. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or QBE Management Accountant to play a key role in financial reporting in this small finance team. The Role Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Management Accountant will be responsible for analysing financial performance, producing accurate management information and supporting budgeting and forecasting activities. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reports.Perform variance analysis and provide clear commentary on financial performance and KPIs.Support the management and maintenance of the cost accounting system, including overheads, product costing and margin analysis.Work closely on managing the Accounts Mailbox, AP automation processing and all AR and AP activities.Partner with operational teams to monitor and control costs, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.Assist with the preparation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls and company policies.Assist with cash flow management, including working capital reviews and cash flow forecasting. About You Strong QBE or part-qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) candidates will be considered.Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Management Accountant or similar role.Strong analytical skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly.Confident working with multiple stakeholders across finance and operations.High attention to detail with a proactive, hands-on approach. What's on Offer A varied and hands-on Management Accountant role.Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-critical financial decisions.Supportive finance leadership and a collaborative working environment. If you're an experienced Management Accountant available to start work asap, we'd love to hear from you. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER, PERM, INDUSTRY, SUPERB BENEFITS Your new company A leading and innovative organisation within the manufacturing sector is seeking a talented Finance Business Partner to join their high-performing finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a commercially focused role where you will partner with key business functions, influence decision-making, and play a central role in driving financial performance and continuous improvement. Your new role As Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with a range of internal stakeholders to support them in achieving financial targets and improving operational performance. You will rotate across several business areas, giving you broad exposure and the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of the organisation. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting business functions with key financial performance measures including margins, materials, subcontractor, labour and overhead costs, inventory and provisions, and contract assets & liabilities Rotating across Operations, Supply Chain, Programmes, Engineering, Commercial and Aftermarkets to provide financial insight and challenge Preparing high-quality information and analysis for reporting packs, presentations and business reviews Producing ad hoc analysis to support business leaders in decision-making Supporting budgeting and forecasting cycles with accurate and insightful financial information Conducting internal audits and recommending improvements to strengthen internal controls Contributing to month-end reporting, management accounts and reconciliations Working closely with Lead Finance Business Partners, Senior Finance Business Partner, CFO and wider finance team to drive continuous improvement Supporting wider finance processes as required This is a varied, commercially focused role where you will have real influence and visibility across the business. What you'll need to succeed Essential: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent) Strong background in financial analysis Excellent analytical and technical accounting skills Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel Desirable: Experience within a manufacturing environment Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems What you'll get in return You will be joining a business that genuinely invests in its people and offers an exceptional benefits package, including: Competitive salary Annual performance bonus 33 days annual leave (increasing with service) 37.5-hour working week with flexi-time £5,000 employee referral bonus Health cash plan Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme Holiday purchase scheme Electric car scheme Cycle to Work scheme Life assurance (x4 salary) Enhanced maternity and paternity pay IVF & Assisted Conception policy Women in Business corporate membership Wellbeing initiatives and employee recognition schemes Service awards Local charity and sponsorship involvement Free on-site parking Discounted gym membership Excellent learning, development and career progression opportunities 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.

Year End Accountant Your new role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be working for a government organisation. Interim Audit & Year-End Accountant Duration: 2 months minimum - could extend for a longer period Rate: £300/day Working Pattern: 3 days/ week in the office; 2 days from home Start Date: ASAP Location: West London You'll be responsible for supporting the organisation through Supporting year-end close and outstanding audit queries Liaising directly with external auditors Posting journals, accruals, prepayments and adjustments Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations Supporting preparation of year-end accounts and reporting General hands-on financial accounting support as required This is a broad, end-to-end role, so candidates must be comfortable taking ownership and working across all aspects of the accounts. What you'll need to succeed Strong audit and year-end accounting experience Confident dealing with auditors and responding to queries Background in public sector / government / international organisations is desirable but not essential Qualified by Experience/ Part Qualified 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 Accountant Job - 6-month FTC, Warrington, Global Engineering Business, Hybrid working Your new company Global engineering business in Warrington currently undergoing an exciting period of change and transformation. Your new role This is a niche project accounting job working on existing framework contracts with duties to include: Overhead allocation analysis. Customer and reporting processes and documenting existing processes. Audit and financial reporting activities. Commercial analysis and bid support. What you'll need to succeed ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant. Extensive audit experience is essential, either from practice or within industry. Ability to interrogate information and provide robust evidence and assurance to key internal stakeholders. Available to start immediately, or at short notice. What you'll get in return Hybrid working, 3 days in the office Initial 6 month FTC with potential for an extension 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.

Senior Management Accountant - Bolton - £60,000 3days per week in the office hybrid working Your new company A fast-growing, multinational retailer headquartered in Bolton is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join its high-performing finance team. With a substantial global footprint and ambitious expansion plans, the business is experiencing sustained rapid growth making this a compelling opportunity to join at a pivotal and exciting stage of its journey. Your new role You'll take ownership of the month-end balance sheet, ensuring all reconciliations are completed accurately and on time, with balances fully understood and controlled. Your role will also involve delivering insightful variance and trend analysis by site, posting key journals including accruals, prepayments, and accrued and deferred income. Working closely with the commercial finance team, you'll provide high-quality information and performance analysis to support informed decision-making at a local level. In addition, you'll lead and develop a team of trainee accountants, coaching them to strengthen their technical skills and progress confidently in their roles. What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant or QBE. Alongside this you will be a good team player and work with stakeholders of different levels. You will be a good team player and work with stakeholders of different levels. This role is ideal for a first-time mover from practice as current senior manager within the firm are practice trained themselves. Experience of managing a small team is preferable alongside experience of working with retail clients. What you'll get in return Other perks include: £60,000 Competitive Annual Leave, Work Anniversary Awards, Employee Discounts, Free Parking , Onsite Cafe, Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance, Learning & Development, Our People, Free Eye Test, Progression & Career Opportunities, Compassionate Leave 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.

Grounds Maintenance Team Leader Location: Newcastle, NE15 0HF Hourly Rate: 13.10 Contract type: Permanent Working hours: Monday - Friday, 07:00 - 15:30 About the role Overseeing a team of Grounds Maintenance Operatives based at RAF Boulmer, you will keep the grounds in wonderful condition for our prestige site and active hospital through grounds maintenance and gardening tasks such as grass cutting, strimming, hedge pruning, flower bed maintenance, spraying and more. It's a great opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and grow with us in a friendly and encouraging environment! Requirements Previous Grounds Maintenance and Gardening experience is required, with leadership experience being highly advantageous. A full valid UK driving license is essential. Horticultural qualifications highly beneficial as this role will involve head gardening duties. Willing to undertake & achieve clear DBS and BPSS checks prior to start. PA1 and PA6 licenses are desirable. Can-do attitude and safety-conscious mindset. Physically fit and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Why join us? As the UK's leading grounds maintenance and landscape creation provider, no two projects are ever the same - and neither are our people. That's why we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We're proud to have been recognised as Employer of the Year and Sustainable Company of the Year at this year's Landscaper Awards, reflecting our commitment to supporting our people while delivering a more sustainable future. What we offer We offer career advancement and development opportunities through our bespoke apprenticeship programmes, our extensive in-house training academy, and coaching and mentorship. Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where you can collaborate with passionate and talented individuals. Contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and environment. We recognise and reward your hard work with our wide-ranging benefits package designed to prioritise your wellbeing, support life choices, and help in both good and challenging times. Benefits 21 days holiday plus bank holidays. Full workwear and PPE provided. Support for personal and professional challenges. Access to discounts on retail, holidays, gym memberships, and more. Secure your future - resources to manage your finances. Colleague of the month and annual awards. Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave. Two days per year to support a cause of your choice. Comprehensive resources and support. About our client We are Europe's largest provider of grounds maintenance services and landscape creation, in the UK alone we're a community of over 3,000 passionate colleagues shaping the future of the green industry. We understand what it means to grow. Our history dates back to 1919, and today, with a turnover of 250 million, we're more than just a company - we're a force for positive change. We offer a range of services to create, maintain, and manage landscapes across the UK. Grow with us, and together we'll create a greener future for all. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

This role offers a unique opportunity to bring your business partnering expertise to the Museum and grow as the role evolves over the next few years. The Commercial Finance Business Partner is a key member of the finance team working closely with finance and non-finance colleagues across the Museum. Reporting to the Head of Finance, its main purpose is to co-ordinate and deliver effective, consistent and timely business partnering to the Experience and Enterprise teams and to the Trading Board. This is a fantastic opportunity to join us from day one at Smithfield and play a key role in shaping our exciting new experiences. You will work closely with the teams you support, building strong relationships, establishing new processes, and ensuring everything is in place for a successful opening. Key duties include: Providing effective monthly and quarterly financial reporting to the business, supporting the business through quarterly forecasting, annual planning and budgeting, and year end processes. Supporting and advising on specific projects and providing insightful analysis to inform decision making (e.g. the Docklands Masterplan, new museum Commercial Strategy). Collaborating closely with other Finance colleagues to strengthen and embed a business partnering approach to working with budget holders and to implement a process for measuring success The role would suit somebody who has a keen attention to detail and experience of successful finance business partnering with high standards of customer service and a collaborative business partner approach. Applications are by application form via our recruitment website. The closing date for applications is Sunday 7 June 2026 . Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview during week commencing 15 June 2026 . If you are successfully shortlisted you will be invited to an interview where you will be asked questions to help us understand more about what you share in your application, and in particular to understand how you meet the essential person specification criteria for the role and demonstrate our museum behaviours. You will also be asked to complete a short task as part of the section process. London Museum is committed to being an equitable and inclusive employer, and to becoming representative of the diversity of London. We particularly welcome applications from people from Global Majority backgrounds, who are currently under-represented in our organisation. We also welcome applications from disabled people, as we re a Disability Confident Leader and are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing disabled people.

Senior Early Years Policy Manager London (with hybrid working - a minimum of one day per week in the London office) The Organisation Our client is focused on supporting education to break down barriers between student success and finance. They support the education sector through research and working within schools to drive initiatives that directly support learners. They are now looking for a Senior Early Years Policy Manager to join them on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week. The Benefits - Salary of £53,050 per annum - Flexible working opportunities - 27 days' holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays, including 3 which can be taken flexibly) - 2 festive season closure days - 6% employer pension contributions, minimum 3% employee contribution - Life insurance cover - Interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme - Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave pay (conditions apply) - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme to help you deal with any personal and professional problems This is a rewarding opportunity for an educational policy professional with expertise in the early years landscape to join a mission-led organisation. You will have the chance to lead high-impact initiatives that influence how education is delivered, helping to improve outcomes for young children and the professionals who support them. What's more, you will be enabled and supported to develop your expertise, gaining valuable insight and exposure to position yourself as an expert within the education sector. So, if you want to play a leading role in shaping evidence-informed policy across education, apply now and help our client drive meaningful change. The Role As a Senior Early Years Policy Manager, you will lead the development of policies to support our client's work in the early years education sector. Seeking to influence national education policy, you will play a vital role in the creation of a programme of support for educational policymakers. Your overall aim will be to ensure that focus is placed on disadvantaged children, quality of practice and the use of evidence in early years settings. You will work with the Programme Lead and Head of Policy to identify priorities, establish the policy position and build the relationships that will deliver them. Communicating the policy position to relevant and varied audiences, you will also support data to improve evaluation and enable the end-to-end delivery of strategic projects. Additionally, you will: - Support work on professional development in early years education - Lead projects to improve training and support for teachers and leaders - Ensure our client's wider activity reflects their policies - Maintain your understanding of early years policy developments - Support and update the senior team on policy-related work About You To be considered as a Senior Early Years Policy Manager, you will need: - Experience working in education policy or a related field - An excellent understanding of the early years English education landscape and relevant government policies - The ability to analyse complex policy problems and identify opportunities for research to inform policy solutions - The ability to build relationships with policymakers and other stakeholders - Strong project management skills and the ability to work in complex and changing delivery environments - Strong attention to detail and a curiosity to engage deeply with evidence and research - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - A collaborative and pragmatic approach, coupled with the ability to build relationships - Strong advocacy for equity, diversity and inclusion - A degree level qualification in a relevant field All staff are subject to a check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The level of this check will be "Basic". The closing date for this role is 25th May 2026. Other organisations may call this role Early Years Education Policy Manager, Education Policy Manager, Senior Education Policy Advisor, Education Policy Consultant, or Education Policy Lead. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. So, if you want to contribute to our client's mission as a Senior Early Years Policy Manager, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.