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Sewell Wallis are currently working with a growing and fast-paced business based in Barnsley, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who enjoys working in a hands-on role and is looking to build on their existing skillset and develop professionally. Working within a high-volume finance environment, you will play a key role across reconciliations, purchase ledger and payments, whilst also gaining valuable exposure to month-end processes and management accounts support. The business can offer genuine long-term development, making this an ideal role for someone looking to progress beyond transactional finance over time. Please note, this is a fully office-based role. What will you be doing? Completing daily bank reconciliations across GBP and USD accounts, including posting monies in and out and investigating discrepancies. Reconciling PayPal, Sage Pay and other payment platforms, ensuring all balances are accurate and up to date. Processing supplier invoices and credit notes, matching invoices to purchase orders and goods received where applicable. Obtaining and reconciling supplier statements, resolving invoice disputes and liaising with suppliers to manage queries effectively. Reviewing and monitoring purchase orders, setting up new supplier accounts and managing supplier remittances in line with company procedures. Running weekly and monthly supplier payment runs, processing urgent payments and supporting international payment activity. Processing employee expenses, maintaining petty cash records and ensuring all expenditure is coded accurately and appropriately authorised. Providing support with Credit Control activities when required, including chasing overdue payments and maintaining strong customer relationships. Reconciling company credit cards, reviewing expenditure and ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and complete. Supporting intercompany accounting processes, ensuring balances reconcile correctly and reporting requirements are maintained. Working closely with overseas suppliers and supporting import and logistics-related finance activities, including reviewing and querying import and duty declarations. Assisting with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed assets and supporting management accounts preparation as experience develops. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role. Strong Purchase Ledger, reconciliation and transactional finance experience. Excellent Excel skills are essential, including confident use of SUMIFS & XLOOKUP and/or VLOOKUP. Experience reconciling bank accounts and payment platforms. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability. Confident communicating with suppliers and customers. Ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Sage or similar systems would be advantageous. Experience with foreign currency or international transactions would be beneficial. AAT qualified or studying would be desirable, but not essential. What's on offer? Free onsite parking. Pension scheme. 20 days holiday plus bank holidays. Opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive finance team. Genuine long-term progression into month-end and management accounts responsibilities. Varied and hands-on finance role with real ownership and development potential. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can develop your accounting career further, please apply below or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Your new company Hays is delighted to be partnering with a fantastic Manufacturing business that is based in the Preston area. This company manufactures a high quality product that is sold across the UK and internationally. You will be joining a professional team and embed yourself within the operations leadership team as their financial expert. Your new role As Financial Controller you will be the key financial liaison point for the site leadership. Reporting to a Group FC and on-site managing director, you will help guide financial decision making and ensure monthly management accounts are prepared in accordance with Group timetable.You will prepare forecasts and set the annual budget as well as monitoring key performance indicators.This role is heavily involved in supporting the production process and you will be using standard costing to set BOM's and monitor performance against these standards.You will be a key point of contact for CAPEX approvals and will need to manage stock control and other working capital items.As a key business partner to the team you will be responsible for analysing complex financial data and presenting it in an easy to understand format for the operational leaders. What you'll need to succeed We are looking for an experienced (qualified or QBE) accountant who has significant experience of manufacturing and site accounting.You must have strong communication skills and be able to work on your own initiative with minimal day to day supervision.Excel skills are essential for this role and you must have an advanced level of Excel skills including pivot tables / v look ups etc.This is a site based role so you must be available to work for 5 days a week on site in the Preston area. What you'll get in return This job offers you the opportunity to work for a large company that can really help propel your career. In addition to a competitive salary, you will get a great benefits package including generous holiday entitlement and private medical policy. What you need to do now If you're interested in this exciting Financial Controller job in Preston, 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

We are currently representing a fantastic business based in North Kent that is looking to recruit a Business Analyst. This is a newly created role working for an organisation that operates on a global scale. Are you an analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced business environment? If so, we are looking for a highly capable Business Analyst to work directly alongside the Managing Director, providing financial and commercial insight, performance analysis, and strategic support across the business. This role will play a key part in driving performance, accountability, and executive-level decision-making. The Role Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in analysing business performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, and ensuring key priorities and strategic initiatives remain on track. You will provide clear, actionable insights that support business growth and operational effectiveness. Key Responsibilities Analyse business, financial, and operational data to support executive decision-making Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis alongside finance teams Identify trends, risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities Prepare executive briefings, summaries, and analytical reports Monitor the progress of strategic projects and follow up on key actions Liaise with senior managers to gather information and drive accountability Track KPIs and produce concise performance reports and dashboards Support MD-led projects, business improvement initiatives, and change activity About You You will be: Highly analytical with strong commercial awareness A confident communicator who can engage effectively with senior stakeholders Comfortable presenting insights and constructively challenging assumptions Self-motivated, organised, and capable of working autonomously Professional, discreet, and trusted with confidential information Adaptable and calm under pressure within a dynamic environment Skills & Experience Strong analytical and data interpretation skills working in a similar role Advanced Excel and/or Google Sheets capability Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong commercial and financial awareness Previous experience within financial, business, or commercial analysis Degree qualified in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline Experience using BI/reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau The company is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, including a hybrid working model. If this sounds like you and you have the required experience then apply today! Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted.

Finance Manager Burntwood 30,000 to 35,000 My client a 12m turnover service company based in Burntwood, seek to recruit a Finance Manager to control the day to day finances for the company. This is a stand-alone role reporting to the Directors of the company. The role has come about as a result of retirement of the current, long standing Finance Manager. The company pride themselves on a culture of inclusivity, honesty, and loyalty and have a loyal and stable workforce. This is a full-time role and based on-site 5 days per week. Production of monthly accounts to include profit and loss and balance sheets using Sage Line 50. Review and reconcile banking on a daily basis and deal with queries. Responsible for the daily input of sales and purchase invoices Responsible for the collection and management of outstanding debt. Responsible for the balancing of cashbooks for multiple bank accounts. To allocate receipts and payments posted and investigate differences Ensure payment requests are prepared accurately and efficiently. To ensure outstanding accounts are chased where necessary by e-mail and telephone. Responsible for the management and reporting of aged creditors and unallocated cash. Agreement and settlements of loan agreements; including investigating queries and amendments. Processing weekly creditor payments Year end - Preparing information for and liaison with Auditors and Tax Advisors Maintain asset finance agreements. Cash flow forecast Reconciling credit card balances on a regular basis Process of employee expenses Maintenance of fixed asset register including depreciation charge Timely budgeting and forecasting processes You will be a hands on finance professional with previous experience of working in a similar role for a SME organisation with exposure of using Sage. Due to the size of the company, it is essential that you are able to work independently but also as part of a wider office team. In return you will receive 28 days plus bank holidays, NEST pension and tea and coffee provided on-site.

We are looking for a Finance Transformation Lead to lead the Finance transformation elements required to successfully integrate CHP and Estuary into Delta, working in close partnership with the Director of Finance and wider Finance team. The role is responsible for ensuring that all transformation activity considers and delivers a robust, efficient and future-ready finance function, spanning financial planning, reporting, controls, treasury readiness, systems integration and the finance impacts of all change initiatives. This role will play a key part in embedding financially sound decision-making across the programme, ensuring that transformation is delivered in a way that protects compliance, enables value for money, supports growth ambitions and strengthens long-term organisational resilience. What you'll be doing Work in close partnership with the CFCO, Director of Finance and other senior leaders to align and oversee all finance-related aspects of the integration and transformation programmes. Work in close partnership with the CFCO, Director of Finance and other senior leaders to align and oversee all finance-related aspects of the integration and transformation programmes. Oversee and deliver the integration or rationalisation of finance systems, data structures and reporting tools, ensuring continuity and improved capability, developing better ways of working relating to financial readiness for key milestones. Support in the design and implementation of future-state financial processes including budgeting, forecasting, management accounts, procure-to-pay, rent accounting, rent setting, service charge accounting, treasury administration and financial controls. Support the design and delivery of a benefits realisation framework, ensuring that efficiencies, savings and service improvements are measured and tracked. What we are looking for Degree or equivalent demonstrable experience in finance, accountancy, business transformation or a related field. Proven experience leading finance transformation, finance operating model redesign or large-scale finance change programmes, ideally within housing, public sector or regulated environments. Strong understanding of and experience in finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, statutory accounts, and controls. Strong understanding of change management methodologies and frameworks, with the ability to apply these in a practical, delivery-focused environment. Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams, balancing integration priorities with longer-term transformation outcomes. Please note the office expectancy of this role is as follows: This role will operate in a hybrid working model you will need to attend the office to facilitate workshops and attend meetings as and when required. Benefits The salary for this post will be 60,000 Per Annum. Learning and development opportunities Healthcare cash plan Robust employee reward and recognition programme Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering programme Competitive pension scheme 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays, 3 extra days between Christmas and New Year and 1 wellbeing day per annum. 37 hours per week - employees may be able to work flexibly by agreement with their line manager, taking account of business need. We operate a hybrid working policy at Delta Housing Ltd. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications or successfully appoint a candidate before the closing date. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.

Description Deal Origination Lead (Director level opportunity - Corporate finance business development)Leeds or Sheffield.£70,000 - £100,000 base depending on experience and sector knowledge, plus significant, uncapped bonus opportunities. (Full reward package discussed during application stage).About us Translink Corporate Finance UK brings together a 25 strong team of M&A specialists. We advise on a range of private company M&A with sector expertise across technology, business services, industrials, energy and healthcare. As part of BHP and the wider Sumer Group, we offer clients the strength of a national platform with the agility and personal service of a specialist advisory team. We are an award-winning practice, over the years we have been awarded several accolades such as Corporate Finance Advisory Team of the Year and Deal of the Year (£25m+).We are also officially certified as a Great Place to Work, reflecting our commitment to building a high-performing, collaborative and supportive environment. At Translink, we're ambitious about growth, but we're focused on growing the right way. The Opportunity We're looking for a commercially minded, relationship-led professional to join our Corporate Finance team in a newly created role focused on generating high-quality opportunities across the business. This is not a traditional sales role. It's about building trusted relationships, spotting opportunities early and starting conversations that lead to valuable advisory work, whilst contributing to building the firms origination engine. You'll work alongside some of the region's most experienced Corporate Finance professionals, connecting ambitious business owners, investors and intermediaries with the expertise they need to achieve their next stage of growth. Blending strategy with hands-on execution, you'll have the freedom to shape our approach to origination while helping build a scalable platform for future growth. From day one, you'll play a hands-on role in originating opportunities and, over time, help introduce more structured and scalable ways of working. If you enjoy opening doors, connecting people and influencing outcomes, you'll thrive in this role which also has the potential for leadership and equity participation, impact dependant. What You'll do Lead and evolve our Corporate Finance new business origination strategy, identifying opportunities with owner-managed businesses, investors, management teams and intermediaries, while also creating opportunities across the wider BHP business. Actively represent the firm in the market through in-person networking, industry events and client meetings, staying close to sector trends, deal activity and emerging opportunities. Build and execute targeted outreach campaigns, using market insight, sector knowledge and recent deal activity to create meaningful conversations and convert prospects into qualified opportunities. Contribute to the build of a sophisticated, technology led, repeatable origination engine. Develop compelling, personalised approaches that resonate with business owners and senior decision-makers, managing opportunities from initial contact through to successful handover to our advisory teams. Build and nurture a strong network of founders, CEOs, CFOs, private equity investors, banks, lawyers and other key introducers, strengthening both your own market presence and BHP's profile. Work closely with Partners, sector teams and Marketing to maximise market visibility, create targeted introductions and support strategic growth initiatives. Maintain a high-quality pipeline of opportunities, tracking activity and performance while providing valuable market intelligence, sector insight and feedback to help shape future growth priorities. What We're looking for You may currently be working within Corporate Finance, professional services, accountancy, private equity, banking, business advisory or another consultative B2B environment where trust, credibility and long sales cycles are the norm. You'll need to have experience generating high-value opportunities in a relationship-led environment.You'll bring:• A proven track record of originating new business and creating commercial opportunities• Experience engaging senior decision-makers and owner-managed businesses• Strong relationship-building and networking skills• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how advisory businesses create value• Confidence communicating with entrepreneurs, investors and senior stakeholders• A proactive, self-starting approach and the ability to work autonomously• The curiosity to understand markets, industries and business challenges in depthIt would be great if you also have:• An existing network within the UK mid-market business community• Exposure to Corporate Finance, M&A or transaction advisory• Experience helping to build or scale a BD or origination function• Knowledge of CRM, sales enablement or marketing automation toolsWhat success looks like:• A growing pipeline of high-quality, new-to-firm opportunities• Conversion of opportunities into valuable advisory engagements and recurring client relationships• Strong relationships across our target sectors and intermediary network• Measurable contribution to revenue growth across Corporate Finance and the wider firm• The development of a scalable, insight-led origination model that supports future growth Why join us? This is an opportunity to take on a highly visible role with significant influence. You'll work directly with senior leaders, and have scope to impact the future direction and growth of the firm by helping shape our strategy and playing a key role in creating opportunities that make a real commercial impact across the firm.Base salary: £70,000 - £100,000 per annum plus bonus.The salary range for this role is broad to reflect the variety of backgrounds and experience levels we are open to considering. Remuneration will be aligned to the relevance of a candidate's experience, the expertise they bring, and the likely pace at which they can make an impact in the role. We reward individuals competitively in line with the success they achieve and this role provides the opportunity for significant financial reward and career progression. If you're motivated by creating opportunities, building relationships and helping ambitious businesses achieve their goals, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Estimator Permanent: Tier 1 Building Contractor Location: Bellshill, North Lanarkshire Salary: 70,000 - 84,000 + benefits package Ref: GR1545 Gibson Recruitment Limited Your New Company A major UK Tier 1 building contractor who are known as a real market leader in their field, delivering new build construction projects in the public, private, and regulated sectors. Due to natural expansion, the organisation has a requirement for an experienced Senior Estimator to join them on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a real household name in the industry and to work on prestigious projects. The successful candidate will be passionate and committed to delivering excellence. If you are an experienced building or civil engineering estimator with sound technical capabilities backed up by a relevant engineering qualification such as an HNC, HND or degree then this exciting opportunity could be for you. Role & Responsibilities The Senior Estimator shall be responsible for Pre-Construction Estimating, working closely and directly with internal / external clients, other disciplines, and teams from project inception, accountable and responsible for all financial and estimating aspects of the projects. To prepare and review tenders being processed in the Estimating department. To liaise with the Estimating Director/Commercial Director/Finance department on contractual terms, bonds, and insurances To liaise with Senior Management and obtain their input into tenders, offers, and proposals. To arrange handover meetings and formally hand-over new contracts To assist the Estimating Director /Pre-Construction Director in developing new contacts and clients To lead negotiations in relation to tenders, offers, and proposals, when directed to by the Estimating Director /Pre-Construction Director Experience on working on Frameworks through all stages. Sound knowledge of Estimating on large scale building projects. Price from first principles, procurement of subs/materials quotes, preparation of tender settlement sheets to main contractor's Prelims Prepare Cost Plans from inception and prepare own quantities from minimal information. Take ownership with tenders from receiving the documents through to adjudication of tenders. Meet and engage with key Supply Chain during the tender process period. Fulfil the role of Senior Estimator on projects, managing all estimating elements with interface with suppliers, clients and across our commercial, operations, and project functions. Understand the corporate and contract specific estimating procedures and carry out all work in accordance with these. Responsible for the preparation of estimates from conception through to detailed estimates for identified projects within the company. Assist in the training of estimating staff and trainees/graduates working in or seconded to the department for a period of time. Ability to understand complex engineering drawings and designs and to translate these into build needs, sequence, and timings. Assessment and recording of the likely competition when tendering. Liaise with the procurement in dealing with suppliers and subcontractors at tender stage to obtain the most competitive prices ensuring firm quotes are received for significant materials and subcontract items to support the best net estimate. Requesting further information from Client/Design Team and arrange meeting if required. Attend handover meeting and brief team on tender bid. Run multiple projects at any one time at different stages, cost plan, design feasibility, competitive tender. Producing estimates and cost plans from concept plans and specification Excellent construction technology knowledge Work on Conquest Estimating System including On Screen Take Off Database management Design /Cost Control Subcontract analysis and comparisons. Essential Criteria Proven track record as an Estimator with Construction experience Excellent communication and Numeracy skills Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing technical publications. Strong numerical and analytical skills Proficiency in estimating software Educated to degree or HND level in a Construction or related field with relevant work experience. What to do next If this role sounds of interest and you would like to be considered, please apply with your updated CV, or contact Graeme on the details below. If this role is not for you but you would like to have a conversation regarding your next career move, don't hesitate to give us a call, in confidence.

Senior Audit Manager IT (Markets) - Financial Services - £600p.day - Hybrid - 3 days in office (London) Your new company A leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider that facilitates capital formation, risk management, and investment across a wide range of asset classes. The organisation operates regulated exchanges, clearing and post-trade services, and delivers high-quality data, analytics, and technology solutions to financial institutions worldwide. With a strong focus on resilience, innovation, and regulatory compliance, it plays a critical role in supporting transparent and efficient global markets. Your new role Provides expert technology insight to support Heads of Audit/Audit Directors across regulated entities, contributing to the planning, scoping, and risk assessment of technology audits to ensure legal entity risks are properly considered. The role involves reviewing audit outcomes, highlighting key technology risks and findings, leading technology-related CRAM activities with senior business partners, and supporting both annual and ongoing audit risk assessments to inform and strengthen audit oversight. What you'll need to succeed Infrastructure IT Audit background. Experience in integrated audits. Professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, or similar Educated to degree level (or equivalent) with an aligned professional qualification Qualified or part-qualified in Internal Audit (IIA/CIIA) or accountancy Demonstrated experience in delivering audits and leading assurance activities Strong technical expertise in relevant subject areas Proven ability to manage and influence senior stakeholders/partners Exposure to dynamic, international environments is beneficial. What you'll get in return Contract runs until the end of the year with a possibility of extension. Salary: £600p.day via umbrella. No sponsorship is provided, unfortunately. Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days in office per week (London) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Financial Accountant / Compliance Accountant Overview We have an outstanding opportunity to join a hugely successful global business in a compliance focused capacity. This represents a rare chance to join their stable finance team, all of which is based here in the UK, on a hybrid basis. Reporting directly into the Finance Director the principal objectives of the role are to ensure accurate and ti click apply for full job details

FP&A Manager Permanent Leeds Permanent Opportunity Leeds Hybrid Working Manufacturing Industry This is a hands-on FP&A role with no direct reports, offering full ownership and close business partnering. It is ideally suited to an FP&A professional who enjoys working closely with the detail and driving value through insight and analysis. Your new company You will be joining a well-established and growing manufacturing business that is currently undergoing a significant phase of investment, transformation, and expansion. This growth has created a newly defined opportunity within the finance team for a high calibre FP&A professional to play a key role in shaping the function and supporting the wider business. Your new role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position will sit at the heart of the finance function, providing high-quality insight and partnering closely with stakeholders across the business. You will take ownership of core FP&A activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning, while delivering clear and actionable insights to support operational and strategic decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Producing robust financial reporting, including variance analysis and performance tracking Supporting and enhancing the monthly reporting cycle and board-level outputs Delivering meaningful KPIs and commercial insights across key areas of the business Working closely with operational teams to provide effective business partnering Supporting pricing, margin and cost improvement initiatives, particularly across production Gaining a strong understanding of stock, WIP, and end-to-end production processes Driving improvements in ERP reporting, data quality, and automation Contributing to the development of best-in-class reporting and analytics capability Supporting ongoing systems development and continuous improvement initiatives Assisting with strategic activity, including integration projects and business growth initiatives This is a highly visible role offering strong stakeholder interaction and the opportunity to influence key business decisions. What you'll need to succeed This is a fast-paced, hands-on FP&A role suited to someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys being fully immersed in the detail. A professional accounting qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience Proven experience within a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of products, production processes, and operational cost drivers Experience analysing margins, costing, and manufacturing performance Strong FP&A capability across planning, forecasting, and financial modelling Confidence in stakeholder engagement and business partnering across the business Experience working with ERP systems and enhancing reporting capabilities A proactive, commercially focused mindset with the ability to drive value and continuous improvements Experience using Power BI (or similar tools) to develop dashboards and deliver clear, actionable business insights What you'll get in return Salary of £60,000 - £65,000 Hybrid working (3 days in the office) A genuine opportunity to shape and make the role your own The chance to be highly influential in business decision-making Exposure to a growing organisation during a period of investment and change The opportunity to support the development of systems, reporting, and processes 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.

Rutherford Briant Executive are pleased to be partnering with a well-established and high-performing business, in the appointment of a commercially astute Finance Director. This represents a key strategic hire, offering the opportunity to join the senior leadership team and play a central role in driving financial performance, supporting continued growth, and shaping the future direction of the organisation. The Role Reporting directly to the CEO, the Finance Director will lead the finance function while providing high-quality strategic insight across the business. Responsibilities will include: Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing finance team, ensuring best-in-class reporting, controls, and processes Delivering clear financial strategy to support sustainable growth and operational efficiency Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Managing cash flow, working capital, and financial risk across the business Ensuring robust governance, compliance, and internal control frameworks Partnering closely with operational stakeholders to drive profitability and performance Supporting key commercial decisions, including bids, contract negotiations, and investment appraisal The Candidate We are seeking a credible and commercially minded finance leader, with a proven track record in a senior role and the ability to operate effectively at board level. Key requirements include: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA essential) Demonstrable experience within a Finance Director position Strong commercial acumen, with the confidence to influence and challenge at executive level Experience operating within a business of comparable scale A collaborative leadership style, with a focus on developing high-performing teams A proactive and strategic mindset, underpinned by strong attention to detail Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.

Financial Controller / Finance Manager Central Hertfordshire Hybrid Working £70,000 - £89,298pa + Excellent Benefits SRM Recruitment are partnering with a leading research organisation to recruit a Financial Controller / Finance Manager to support the Finance Director and wider leadership team. This role will suit an experienced qualified accountant who enjoys operating in a complex stakeholder environment and has experience gained within Higher Education, Research Institutes, Public Sector, NHS, Academy Trusts or larger/national grant-funded charities. Key Responsibilities: • Ownership of financial control, reporting and governance activities • Leading month-end, year-end and audit processes • Supporting budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning • Oversight of research projects, grant funding and sponsor-funded activities • Partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation • Developing financial controls, processes and reporting frameworks • Supporting compliance with funder, sponsor and regulatory requirements • Leading, mentoring and developing finance team members The Successful Candidate Will Have: • Fully qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA • Experience within higher education, research, public sector, NHS, academy trust or larger grant-funded charity environments • Strong understanding of governance, compliance and financial control • Experience working with grants, funding streams, sponsor reporting, restricted funds or project-based funding • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills • Experience driving process, systems or reporting improvements This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected organisation where finance plays a key role in supporting research, innovation and long-term organisational sustainability.

NEW Financial Controller Opportunity - Hybrid Nr Colchester, Essex Your new company Our client is a highly successful privately owned organisation committed to providing excellent service to a blue-chip clientele. Due to continued organic growth, excellent reputation and successful expansion into new markets, our client is looking to recruit a talented finance professional and people manager to join them as Financial Controller at their offices near Colchester, Essex. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will take day-to-day responsibility for finance; manage and develop a talented finance team, review and develop processes, controls, and lead the implementation of the new ERP system, BI tools and cybersecurity. Working closely with the Managing Director and board, the Financial Controller will provide strategic and operational finance support, delivering robust governance, insightful management reporting with analysis and strong cash management. The Financial Controller will play a key role in driving financial performance, influencing strategy and decision support through business partnering and the provision of high-quality, focused data-driven management information and modelling. They will lead budgeting, strategic business planning, statutory reporting, and audit. The Financial Controller will be the point of contact with banks, auditors and other professional bodies and will manage the business insurance, and utility contracts ensuring they are good value and fit for purpose. What you'll need to succeed The Financial Controller will be a qualified accountant; ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CGMA. They will be technically strong with good business acumen who is adept at providing business partner support to board and SMT. They will have strong IT skills, implementation of ERP systems and have experience of AI, BI and automation. They will be a confident communicator and presenter, inquisitive, able to ask probing questions, provide data-driven insight and influence in a calm and professional manner. The Financial Controller will be a talented people manager, passionate about leading and developing people and continuous process improvement, creating a talented, happy and motivated team culture. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity for a talented and ambitious Financial Controller to join a successful business with exciting and achievable strategic growth plans. The Financial Controller will be offered a very good market-based salary, plus benefits which include: Pension, life assurance, health plan and health insurance, flexible working, professional development, professional membership fees and CIPD, hybrid working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, company bonus, team building and celebration events. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

We are always keen to talk to Finance Directors looking for that next strategic move in the Essex area. Most of the roles at this level tend to be sensitive in nature therefore to protect our client's interest, we do not advertise all vacancies. If you don't see a role relevant, then it is still worth making contact. Our client portfolio ranges from start-ups, SME's and large blue-chip organisation's covering all business sectors. We build long term relationships, therefore whether you are actively or passively interested in what the market offers now or in the future, please send in your CV and Iain from our Exec team will get in touch. Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.

Head of Manufacturing Wallasey Up to £80,000 + Performance-Related Bonus Lead Manufacturing Excellence. Drive Performance. Shape the Future. Hydrokem are looking for an ambitious and experienced Head of Manufacturing to lead our manufacturing operations and play a key role in the continued success and growth of our business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a senior leadership position with full responsibility for operational performance across our busy manufacturing site. You'll have the opportunity to influence business strategy, drive cultural transformation, improve productivity, and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. This role is ideally suited to a hands-on operational leader with a strong engineering background, a passion for continuous improvement, and a proven track record of delivering measurable results through people, processes, and performance. Please note: Previous applicants need not apply. What You'll Be Doing As Head of Manufacturing, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the plant while driving a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities of the Head of Manufacturing Lead, manage, and continuously improve all manufacturing operations across the site. Drive productivity, quality, efficiency, and service levels in line with business objectives and KPIs. Embed Lean Six Sigma principles and foster a culture of continuous improvement throughout the business. Lead, coach, and develop a diverse workforce, including both permanent employees and agency staff. Work closely with Engineering, Technical, Quality, and Finance teams to optimise operational performance. Champion employee engagement initiatives and drive positive cultural change. Manage operational budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure effective resource utilisation. Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. Lead performance management processes, including annual reviews, capability management, disciplinary, and grievance matters. Support and deliver major engineering and capital improvement projects. Manage competing operational priorities while maximising plant and equipment utilisation. Build strong working relationships across all levels of the business and naturally engage with employees to support a positive workplace culture. Skills & Experience Required A minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior manufacturing or operations leadership role. A strong engineering background (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering). Proven success in driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency programmes. Extensive people management experience, including coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams. Demonstrable experience implementing positive culture change and employee engagement initiatives. Lean Six Sigma expertise with a strong track record of delivering measurable improvements. Experience managing both permanent and temporary/agency workforces. Strong commercial awareness and experience managing operational budgets. Previous experience as part of a Senior Leadership Team. Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment. Experience within the chemical manufacturing sector would be advantageous, although not essential. Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business where you'll have genuine influence and autonomy to make a lasting impact. You'll be joining a supportive leadership team committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and investing in its people. Benefits Competitive salary of up to £80,000 Performance-related bonus 25 days annual leave plus 1 gifted company day Option to purchase up to 3 additional days' holiday Christmas factory shutdown Company pension scheme Accident insurance Simply Health and Unum Cycle to Work scheme Professional development and training opportunities Free on-site parking Hydrokem Social Day Ready for Your Next Challenge? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in a key leadership role. If you have the experience, drive, and vision to lead operational performance and deliver lasting change, submit your application today for immediate consideration.

Birmingham We're partnering with an established, entrepreneurial supply and distribution business entering an exciting new phase of growth. Following a recent strategic realignment, the business is targeting a 33% increase in revenue over the next five years. They are now looking to appoint a Finance Director, a commercially minded finance leader who will partner closely with the Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team to shape strategy, enable growth and build the infrastructure required to scale. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a highly visible leadership role combining strategic finance, operational improvement and commercial influence. You will act as a key partner to the MD and SLT - providing challenge, insight and risk mitigation whilst enabling decision-making in a business committed to growth. This is a role defined by commercial influence, strategic input and business leadership. Key responsibilities include: Acting as the MD's primary financial partner, helping shape long-term strategy and business growth Supporting the SLT through commercial insight, strategic challenge and effective risk management Providing commercial input around supplier arrangements, customer agreements, contracts and profitability Leading a business-wide ERP implementation, driving successful adoption across finance, operations, procurement and reporting Improving FP&A capability, management insight and dashboard reporting, creating clearer visibility to support decision-making Acting as the business lead for AI adoption, identifying practical ways to improve reporting, efficiency and workflow Building scalable finance, reporting and governance frameworks to support future growth Leading core finance responsibilities including compliance, controls, reporting and team leadership About You You are a fully qualified finance leader with strong post-qualification experience and the credibility to operate at Senior Leadership level. You bring: Proven experience in a senior finance role within a growth-focused, commercially driven business A track record of successfully leading ERP transformation projects, with the ability to drive adoption across the wider business Strong commercial judgement across contracts, supplier/customer arrangements and business performance A technically curious mindset, excited by the opportunity to leverage technology and AI to drive smarter decisions and greater efficiency The confidence to challenge constructively, influence senior stakeholders and facilitate decision-making A relationship-led leadership style, able to build credibility, influence and trust without ego or friction Why Join? Opportunity to join a business with clear growth ambition and a strategy already delivering results Genuine influence at board and Senior Leadership Team level Ability to shape strategy, not just execute it A pivotal role in enabling growth through systems, commercial insight and operational improvement Strong people-first culture with a real commitment to leadership development, mentorship and coaching , including at Director level A fantastic opportunity for an operationally strong finance leader to take a broader, more strategic seat at the table If you're looking for a Finance Director role where you can genuinely influence strategy, drive meaningful change and help shape the next stage of growth, this is a standout opportunity.

Vacancy No 5562 Vacancy Title Building Physics & Sustainability Consultant Location Essex About the Role Buildings are expected to do more than ever before. They must perform efficiently, minimise environmental impact, comply with evolving regulations, and provide healthy, comfortable spaces for the people who use them. Building Physics plays a critical role in achieving these objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for a Building Physics & Sustainability Consultant to join a growing and technically focused consultancy environment. The role offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, supporting clients through all stages of the design and construction process while contributing to the delivery of high-performance, sustainable buildings. You will focus on technical delivery across energy modelling, overheating assessments, sustainability compliance, and environmental performance analysis, while working closely with architects, engineers, and other specialist consultants as part of a multidisciplinary team. This role is well suited to an individual who enjoys combining technical expertise with practical problem-solving and is looking to further develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities As a Building Physics & Sustainability Consultant, you will: Undertake SAP and SBEM calculations to support regulatory compliance and sustainable building design. Carry out Dynamic Simulation Modelling (DSM) using industry-standard software to evaluate building energy performance. Conduct overheating risk assessments in accordance with CIBSE TM59 and related guidance. Prepare Daylight and Sunlight Assessments to support planning applications and design development. Collaborate closely with architects, MEP engineers, structural engineers, and project teams to optimise building performance. Provide technical advice and sustainability guidance during project meetings, design reviews, and client discussions. Support planning applications, regulatory submissions, and compliance strategies. Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of building physics and sustainability services. Prepare technical reports, calculations, and supporting documentation to a high professional standard. Maintain current knowledge of UK Building Regulations, sustainability frameworks, and industry best practice, including Part L, Part O, NABERS, and BREEAM requirements. About You Essential Requirements Degree or equivalent qualification in Sustainable Design, Environmental Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Building Physics, or a related discipline. Approximately three years or more of experience within a Building Physics or Sustainability Consultancy environment. Proficiency in IESVE software for building performance simulation and energy modelling. Experience carrying out SAP assessments using Elmhurst software. Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, energy compliance requirements, and sustainability standards. Experience preparing technical reports and communicating complex information clearly. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Desirable Requirements Experience developing and maintaining client relationships within a consultancy environment. Knowledge of UK planning processes and construction project delivery. Experience managing projects or taking responsibility for technical workstreams. Involvement in BREEAM assessments, NABERS ratings, or wider sustainability certification schemes. Familiarity with embodied carbon assessments and whole-life carbon methodologies. Working towards or holding a relevant professional accreditation. What We Offer Competitive salary. Exposure to a broad range of projects across multiple sectors and building types. Opportunity to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. Ongoing professional development and support for career progression. The chance to contribute to innovative and sustainable building design solutions. A culture that values technical excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning. Why Apply? This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that contribute to the performance, sustainability, and long-term resilience of the built environment. You will be part of a team that values technical expertise, encourages professional growth, and supports the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based design solutions. 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Howett Thorpe is delighted to be partnering with a forward-thinking and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust that is embarking on a transformative phase of growth. With a strong reputation for educational excellence and a clear vision for the future, the Trust is continuing to expand its consortium of schools in a measured and values-led manner, ensuring that quality, culture and educational outcomes remain at the heart of every decision. Director of Finance Benefits Generous pension scheme Flexible and supportive working environment Professional development and career progression opportunities Strategic leadership role with significant influence across the organisation Opportunity to shape and develop a growing finance function Exposure to executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders The chance to make a meaningful impact within a values-led organisation Ability to work remotely during School holiday, but office based during term time Director of Finance About The Role As part of this exciting journey, a newly created Director of Finance position has been established. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role presents a rare opportunity for an ambitious finance leader to become a key contributor to the Trust's ongoing evolution, helping to shape the financial strategy, infrastructure and operational capability required to support sustainable growth. This is far more than a traditional finance leadership role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence organisational direction, support strategic decision-making and play a pivotal role in building a finance function that is fit for the future. Working closely with the CFO, CEO, Trustees, Headteachers and senior leadership teams, you will be a trusted advisor across the organisation, providing the financial insight and commercial acumen required to support both current operations and future ambitions. A key focus of the role will be the continued enhancement of systems, processes and reporting capabilities across the Trust. The Director of Finance will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for automation, improving the accessibility and quality of management information, and ensuring that financial processes remain scalable as the organisation continues to grow. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys creating positive change and leveraging technology to drive efficiency, accuracy and better decision-making. The Trust is seeking an individual who is motivated by the opportunity to build, improve and innovate rather than simply maintain the status quo. The successful candidate will help create the foundations that support the next chapter of the organisation's growth, whilst maintaining the high standards of financial stewardship, governance and operational excellence that underpin its success. Key responsibilities will include: Leading strategic financial planning, forecasting and financial modelling activities across the Trust. Supporting growth initiatives, organisational development and change programmes through robust financial analysis and business case development. Overseeing Trust-wide budgeting, forecasting and management reporting processes. Delivering insightful financial information to support strategic decision-making at Executive and Board level. Driving the enhancement of finance systems, reporting tools and operational processes. Identifying and implementing automation opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy and accessibility of financial information. Ensuring robust financial governance, compliance and internal controls are maintained across the organisation. Leading audit processes and supporting statutory and regulatory financial reporting requirements. Supporting the development of a scalable finance function capable of supporting future growth. Management of the finance team ensuring high standard of performance is achieved This is a role with significant long-term potential. As the Trust continues to grow and evolve, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow alongside it, taking on increasing levels of responsibility and helping to shape the future of both the finance function and the wider organisation. The successful Director of Finance will have: Hold a formal accounting qualification ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent Experience of leading and managing finance team Strong knowledge of financial controls, compliance, audit processed Experience in the Education, Charity or Public Sector ss such has knowledge of SORP, FRS102 Strong analytical, financial modelling and forecasting skills Advanced Excel skills Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply) Howett Thorpe is delighted to be partnering with a forward-thinking and highly respected Multi-Academy Trust that is embarking on a transformative phase of growth. With a strong reputation for educational excellence and a clear vision for the future, the Trust is continuing to expand its consortium of schools in a measured and values-led manner, ensuring that quality, culture and educational outcomes remain at the heart of every decision.

Paying up to £60k + Excellent benefits - Based in Trafford Park, Manchester, our client is a global manufacturing and distribution company that are seeking to find an experienced Warehouse & Production Manager to lead all warehouse and logistics operations at their UK site. Typical working hours are 7.30am 3.45pm Mon Thurs and 7.30am 1.00pm on Fridays. Working 38hrs per week (including a fully paid lunch break). THE JOB We are looking to appoint an experienced and proactive Warehouse & Production Manager to oversee all warehouse, production, maintenance, inventory, and logistics operations at their UK site. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective movement of materials from receipt through to production, storage, and final delivery to customers. The successful candidate will take full ownership of day-to-day operations, leading and developing both warehouse and production teams while driving productivity and continuous improvement initiatives. A key focus of the role is to ensure customer orders are fulfilled accurately, on time, and in full. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role carries accountability for achieving operational targets across health and safety, quality, service levels, inventory accuracy, cost control, and overall business performance. The Warehouse & Production Manager will play a central role in delivering operational excellence and supporting the company s continued growth ambitions. Your responsibilities will include: Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality, and company standards across all operations. Oversee all warehouse, production, maintenance, inventory, and dispatch activities, ensuring efficient end-to-end material flow from goods receipt to customer delivery. Plan and manage production and logistics to meet customer requirements, ensuring orders are delivered on time and in full through effective scheduling and resource allocation. Lead, develop, and manage warehouse and production teams, including training, performance management, and succession planning. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve overall operational performance. Monitor and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) across safety, quality, service, inventory accuracy, and cost control. Collaborate with customer service, finance, and quality teams to resolve issues and implement improvements, while supporting capital projects and business growth. THE PERSON Essential Requirements: Minimum 5 years experience in a leadership role within warehouse, production, or operations, with proven responsibility for both manufacturing and logistics functions. Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and hold teams accountable for performance. Demonstrated success in improving productivity, efficiency, and customer service through effective planning, scheduling, and operational management. Solid understanding of inventory control, production planning, logistics, and warehouse management systems. Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence. Commercially aware, with experience in budget management, cost control, and data-driven decision-making. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Mechanical aptitude and experience working with production equipment and maintenance teams is desirable. THE BENEFITS Defined Contribution Pension Scheme Company paid life insurance On-site parking 25.5 days holiday plus the bank holidays (employees can take the holidays in hours if required for flexibility) Easy access to public transport links Opportunities for career development Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.

Company Description Culina Group is a leading UK 3rd party food & drinks logistics provider offering dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions. At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired! Job Description The Group Account Growth Director is a senior a click apply for full job details