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Finance Business Partner Kidderminster based/hybrid working Purpose of Role Drive commercial performance by acting as a strategic link between finance and operations. Reports to Director of Finance. Main duties and responsibilities: Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements by working day 3, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Strategic Contribution: Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to senior management, supporting strategic decision making to reduce waste and improve profitability on a monthly basis. Lead Credit Control team to achieve KPIs (Cash/Debt/Debtor) against the budget and work with Director of Finance to implement or change processes. Ad-Hoc Projects: Support senior management with financial projects, system improvements, and business initiatives by implementing and improving existing processes. Audit Management: Coordinate with external auditors to ensure smooth year-end audits. Planning & Organising: Organises and reviews workload of others on a regular basis. Thinks through activities, allowing time for completion. Plans well in advance, sets realistic targets, builds in review, monitors progress. Identifies critical milestones, potential risks and considers options within operational plan. Able to organise a number of major projects or activities running concurrently. Ensures others are clear about their roles and objectives. Partner with the business: Maintain strong relationships including active communication and visibility with the business. Ensure you are approachable to support them to consider financial consequences to their key decisions. Budgets & Forecasting: Assist in the annual budgeting and rolling monthly forecasting, aligning financial plans with business objectives. Internal Controls: Implement and maintain robust financial controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance. Juggles different demands and switches between them as appropriate. Estimates resources required accurately, identifies availability and uses time, money and people effectively. Develops business plans that take into account other activities across the business and the risks of non-delivery. Constantly monitors, analyses and reports progress - identifies measurable outputs. Sets clear agenda and objectives for meetings and sticks to time. Continuous Improvement: Actively promotes a learning culture which supports organisational objectives and service plans. Ensures organisational development and adapts policy/procedures and plans in the light of learning. Balances technical considerations with business requirements. Demonstrates full understanding of own field or specialism, and is aware of competitive products. Maintains relationships and networks with innovative suppliers/market leaders, seeks out new opportunities for use of technology. Active member of relevant professional institute; subscribes to trade papers. Prepares technical specifications. Customer Focus: Accurately reports to customers/management groups and sets agreed service standards and measures of delivery. Anticipates and pre-empts requests from customers. Leads and manages others in a customer first approach, acting as a role model in demonstrating customer care principles. Fully accepts legitimacy of customer needs and expectations. Focuses on delighting the customer with the service provided within the confines of profitability and capability. Looks to develop long-term relationships by developing or recommending novel solutions. In partnership with their customers, becomes closely involved in the decision-making process. Communication: Communication often involves difficult or sensitive matters with a range of people in order to pursue objectives, and progress plans and projects to satisfactory and timely outcomes. Conveys complex or technical information in a straightforward manner. Undertakes structured interviews/questioning to gain consistent, detailed information. Switches communication style and content according to audience. Uses influencing skills to explain complex issues to persuade a more senior manager or customer to accept a proposal. Displays tact and sensitivity. Negotiates working compromises to the benefit of all parties. Able to persuade others through logical argument. Able to present detailed proposals to clients or give training to a mixed audience. Financial and Commercial Awareness: Acts in the best interests of the organisation rather than the department and successfully uses cross- departmental working. Develops and maintains a broad network of contacts. Sets out marketing or business plans; takes tactical action to maintain commercial or competitive presence. Manages budgets effectively, and makes decisions based on good quality cost/benefit analysis. Aware of income and profit implications, and can use financial implications to assist in prioritisation/resource allocation decisions. Improves budget processes by extending input information and ongoing dialogue with financial controller. Accurately forecasts costs and builds in contingencies. Understands implications of plan on other areas of the business. Qualifications & Experience • ACCA, CIMA Qualified • Industry experience in construction preferred • 3 years + proven in a similar senior finance position. • Strong leadership and first line management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop others. • Proven communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels. Role Profile • Excellent financial analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. • Proficiency in financial software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Finance Business Partner Warrington - Hybrid following initial training period Salary up to £55,000 DOE Robert Walters are delighted to be partnered with a national logistics firm in their search for a Finance Business Partner. You will be joining an award-winning team and be stationed in fantastic new offices. This role supports the group functions, operational and commercial teams by providing clear analysis and insights on group wide projects and initiatives. You will develop business cases for projects where required. Partnering with the Group and BU finance teams to ensure that relevant information from group wide projects and initiatives is shared and understood. Key Responsibilities: Working with Group operational stakeholders to build portfolio of information Understand stakeholder objectives and priorities to builds their objectives accordingly Build standard reports for key areas to provide transparency of performance to the Exec and senior teams Supports the commercial decision-making process by developing guidelines and templates Supports the strategic financial planning process by bringing transparency of the financial impacts of group wide initiatives Ensures that short term budgets and forecasts are aligned with financial targets defined by group wide projects and initiatives Communicates expectations from BUs clearly and on a timely basis to ensure alignment on group-wide initiatives and projects Produce business cases and ad-hoc analysis as required About You: Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA) Strong Excel skills and previous presentation experience Circa 3 year's experience in a similar role Excellent communication skills and the ability to relay financial information to non-financial stakeholders Strong and proactive communication with senior colleagues An amazing opportunity to join an impressive finance function - apply now for immediate consideration! Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / FINANCE MANAGER ENFIELD UP TO 65,000 BASE + 5,000 CAR ALLOWANCE + BONUS + PRIVATE HEALTH THE OPPORTUNITY: We're exclusively partnering with a highly successful business in Enfield that's in the process of modernising its finance function, making this a key hire for the next phase of growth. They're looking for a hands-on, commercially minded Financial Controller / Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, lead a small team, and work closely with the wider business across management accounts, business partnering, and systems and process improvements. It's a great opportunity for a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with experience managing asset registers and depreciation of high-value assets, alongside SME experience (either current or previous), to join a forward-thinking business where you have the potential to reach a Finance Director status in the future. THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / FINANCE MANAGER ROLE: As Financial Controller, you'll be reporting to the MD, leading a team of 3 and taking full responsibility for the day-to-day finance function Ownership of monthly management accounts, MI analysis, operational KPIs, and production of the board pack Cashflow management and forecasting Annual budgeting and forecasting, including variance analysis Partnering with department leads and the SLT to provide insight, challenge, and support decision-making Reviewing and enhancing financial controls and processes Leading systems migration from Sage to a modern ERP, alongside implementation of real-time KPI dashboards (e.g. Power BI) Oversight of weekly and monthly payroll Management of the asset register (inc. high value assets) and depreciation Liaising with external accountants on year-end, audit, and statutory submissions Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns Reviewing and refining the bonus scheme and reward model Monthly reporting to the Group FD, plus ad hoc analysis, projects, and reporting THE PERSON ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified is essential Currently operating in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Head of Finance, Finance Business Partner, or similar role (e.g. Senior Management Accountant), with experience leading a small finance team and delivering monthly management accounts Experience within an SME environment (c. up to 40m turnover), either currently or previously Background in an industrial sector (e.g. Manufacturing, Engineering, Logistics, Construction, Plant Hire, Distribution), including experience of asset register management and depreciation of high-value assets (e.g. vehicles, machinery) Strong systems experience, ideally including systems migration or implementation; Sage experience highly advantageous Advanced MS Excel skills, with experience using tools such as Power BI Effective business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Financial Controller / Finance Manager role via the advert for consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

My client is an established business, a business to business sales and distribution organisation, part of a global group. They seek a Senior Finance Manager to to join the business, lead the finance team and act as a business partner to the Management Director. You will lead finance for the UK function and liaise with the international group finance function. The role combines technical knowledge, commercial acumen and leadership skills. This is a permanent role based at the head office in mis-Essex with some flexibility for hybrid working. The salary available is £60-70,000 plus benefits (pension / healthcare.) Key Responsibilities will include: Leading, mentoring, and developing a small finance team and fostering a culture of improvement Taking responsibility for the preparation of the monthly Management Accounts, quarterly and annual Reporting Packs for consolidation Ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the MD to support them in reporting to the Board in pre-determined formats with variance analysis and actionable commentary Assisting the MD in the annual budgeting process along with quarterly forecasts Partnering with sales, marketing, and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights to non-finance stakeholders Reviewing and approving weekly and monthly payment runs. Responsible for the year-end process and principal day-to-day contact with the external auditors /tax advisers and overseeing the annual audit / corporate tax compliance process including review of the statutory accounts / tax computation for multiple entities Delivering detailed financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities Driving cost control initiatives and improving overall financial performance Reviewing and improving systems, processes, and controls to enhance efficiency The role requires a candidate who can combine ensuring strong financial governance, produce high quality reporting and supporting commercial growth. The role requires experience from a similar senior finance role, this could be a role that is a step in to management. Candidates can be qualified (ACCA / CIMA /ACA) or qualified by experience, experience of Netsuite would be advantageous.

Artis Executive is supporting a great organisation with a fantastic opportunity for an experienced senior HR leader to join a high profile organisation undergoing significant transformation. This is a 12 month FTC, based in London but with 1 day per week in the office, the rest remote. There is flexibility with location, possibly Bristol too. We are looking for a Head of People Partnering to lead a team of 7 People Partners while partnering directly with senior executive stakeholders across Operations, Commercial and Technology. This is a highly visible leadership role, supporting C-suite stakeholders and helping to shape organisational design, leadership capability, engagement and overall business performance. This role would suit someone who thrives in fast paced environments, is comfortable working in ambiguity, and can quickly bring structure, energy and credibility to an evolving People function. The Role: Lead and develop a team of 7 People Partners Partner closely with senior stakeholders across COO, CCO and CTO functions Drive organisational design, workforce planning and succession planning Support leadership teams through transformation and change Strengthen and mature the People Partnering function Improve collaboration across Reward, Talent, ER and wider specialist teams Bring fresh thinking, pace and strong leadership to a busy and evolving environment Build trusted relationships and act as a genuine strategic advisor About You: A proven senior HR Business Partner or Head of People Partnering Experienced in supporting senior executive stakeholders A strong people leader with experience developing HRBP teams Commercially minded with strong organisational design capability Comfortable operating in ambiguity and fast-moving environments A natural collaborator with strong influencing skills A motivator who can energise teams and create momentum Someone who leads with both pace and empathy This is an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to step into a senior leadership role with real influence, executive exposure and the chance to shape both the People function and wider business performance. Immediate availability or short notice period preferred. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)

Elevation Senior Finance are delighted to be recruiting a Finance Manager for a well known international business near Mansfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a fast-paced, international business with multi-billion-pound turnover operations. Working closely with the UK Head of Reporting & Financial Analysis, you will play a key role in overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis across multiple Head Office functions. This is a highly visible position offering exposure to senior stakeholders, strategic projects, acquisitions, and business integration activity. You will take ownership of the financial performance for your designated departments, ensuring accurate reporting, providing commercial insight, and supporting decision-making across the wider business. This role also includes line management responsibility for a Commercial Accountant, alongside close collaboration with the wider finance team. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of overhead costs across designated departments Preparation and posting of monthly prepayments and accruals Production of management reporting and variance analysis against budget and forecast Business partnering with operational departments, providing financial support and insight Ownership of quarterly budgets and forecasts for specific cost centres Presentation of monthly finance reports to senior finance leadership Support with statutory and group audit requirements Involvement in strategic finance projects and process improvements Assisting with acquisitions and integration of new subsidiaries Providing ad-hoc support to the wider UK finance team About You Fully qualified Accountant Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar finance role Strong management accounting and analytical skills Excellent Excel and financial systems knowledge Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Able to thrive in a fast-moving, commercially driven environment What's on Offer Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to work on high-profile commercial projects and acquisitions Fast-paced, ambitious and collaborative environment Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing international business If you are looking for a commercially focused finance role where you can make a real impact and develop your career within a dynamic organisation, we would love to hear from you.

An automotive component manufacturer who are a global player in their field requires an IT Business Operations Manager to play a critical role in running IT as a commercially focused business function. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of IT financial management and cost control. Commutable from: Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull, Redditch, Stratford Upon Avon, Leamington Spa Package: £70,000 - £72,000 p.a. +Car Allowance +Bonus +up to 14% pension +Bupa Suitable for: IT Operations Manager, IT Service Delivery Manager, Technical Operations Manager, Infrastructure Operations Manager, IT Operations Lead, IT Operations Director The Role Reporting into the VP of Finance & Operations you will have the following duties: - Overseeing IT budgeting, forecasting and cost management activities. - Key advisor to Senior Business Leaders on all IT commercial matters. - Partner with Purchasing to manage all IT procurement processes. - Leading commercial negotiations with key vendors. The Person Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline would be a desirable but not essential with the following experience: - Proven experience of IT Management in an operational setting. - Strong understanding of IT financial management and cost control. - Experience with procurement systems and vendor management tools. - Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. To apply for this opportunity please click to apply or contact Greg Kneuss at the Ethero office in Telford for further details.

NXTGEN are supporting an international multi-entity business in the search for a Tax Manager to join its growing in-house finance function. This Tax Manager opportunity offers broad exposure across corporate tax, indirect taxes and wider commercial projects, making it an excellent opportunity for a Tax Manager looking to move into a more visible and commercially focused environment. This is a genuinely interesting opportunity for a commercially minded tax professional looking to step into a broader and more visible role within an evolving business environment. The position offers exposure far beyond a traditional compliance-led tax role, with involvement across corporate tax, indirect taxes, group reporting, international entities and wider business projects. The business continues to evolve across multiple jurisdictions, creating a role that combines strong technical tax exposure with commercial interaction across the wider finance function and senior stakeholder group. You will work closely with both internal teams and external advisers, supporting the business across a broad range of tax-related activities whilst helping strengthen processes, reporting and controls across the group. Key Responsibilities: Managing corporate tax activities across the group Supporting indirect tax and wider group reporting requirements Partnering with senior stakeholders across finance and the wider business Supporting tax-related projects and broader commercial initiatives Liaising with external advisers and auditors Supporting process improvement and strengthening controls across the tax function The successful candidate is likely to come from either practice or industry and will ideally bring: Strong corporate tax experience CTA / ACA / ACCA qualification or equivalent Experience within multi-entity or international environments Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A commercial mindset and desire to operate within a broader business environment Exposure to acquisitive, project-led or international businesses would be advantageous, although not essential. This role offers excellent long-term exposure and development within a commercially focused international business where the tax function continues to evolve alongside wider group growth. Salary D.O.E

Interim Senior Finance Business Partner Robert Half are partnering a extremely growing and passionate organisation and they are seeking an experienced Interim Senior Finance Business Partner to support a dynamic and fast-paced organisation. This is a high-impact role requiring strong leadership, commercial insight, and the ability to drive robust financial processes and reporting. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a small finance team providing oversight, coaching, and performance management Take ownership of the month-end close process , ensuring accurate and timely production of management accounts and forecasts Deliver a robust period-end close , driving continuous improvements across the end-to-end process Prepare and present board packs , delivering clear insight on business performance, regulatory requirements, management information, and forward-looking analysis Oversee project spend of approximately including financial due diligence, tracking performance, and ensuring strong cost control across multiple concurrent initiatives Act as a key finance partner to senior stakeholders across the leadership team, providing commercial challenge, insight, and decision support Support the implementation and optimisation of a new reporting system, alongside broader spend management and performance improvement initiatives Candidate Profile Proven experience in a senior finance business partnering role within a complex environment Strong leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams Demonstrable expertise in financial reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis Highly commercial mindset with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders Experience working across projects or transformation initiatives is highly desirable Systems experience beneficial Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Leeds (hybrid working) Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 Duration: Permanent Do you have proven experience business partnering with senior non financial stakeholders? Do you have experience of using multiple sources of information and analysis to create a compelling summary of the findings? Do you have experience of answering complex business questions and creating a hypothesis for senior stakeholders? Can you demonstrate how you have influenced and challenged business decisions and impacted performance positively? Do you have experience of managing multiple stakeholders with competing demands and in some instances tight timescales? If so, we would like to discuss a truly commercial Senior Finance Business Partner (Manager level) role with you for a successful and instantly recognisable PE backed business. This is a truly great commercial and value adding role where you are able to immerse yourself within the company and gain great exposure at a key time in driving their strategic plan, delivering further improvements and changes that will make a real impact on the whole business. This is a senior and visible position working closely with senior stakeholders across the business to help set the strategic direction, provide robust commercial insight that will identify opportunities to maximise performance and drive initiatives for profitable growth. The role's main purpose is to develop and deliver clear and robust value add reporting, commercial insights and advice to the Operations team which drive performance improving actions and decision making. Model complex problems and business scenarios and deliver compelling story telling across performance reporting. You will influence and challenge directly effective performance and risk management with your operational partner to deliver improved value for the business units. There will be a small element of travel with the role which will enable you to be close to the business and the operational challenges the business is facing. A full job specification is available. The successful applicant will be a qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA or CIMA) who is coming from a similar commercial role where you can provide evidence of where you have influenced, challenged and directed senior stakeholders to maximise the performance of the business. You will have to demonstrate being an effective business partner, decision maker, having commercial awareness and being the finance lead where you have driven value add and commercial insight /benefit. Experience in FMCG, multisite, distribution, logistics, supply chain or retail sectors is essential. The role requires an ambitious and proactive individual who enjoys applying a strong commercial focus, with the ability to build robust and productive relationships, providing support and challenge across all functions and liaising with senior management. We are looking for someone with sparkle, drive & energy to come in and really drive some significant improvement. The individual in this role needs to have strong analytical skills, business partnering and influencing skills in order to be a success in a complex area of the business with multiple stakeholders. You will have a creative and innovative approach to problem solving and analysis; delivery orientated - able to work in pressurised environments, meet multiple deadlines and manage own priorities. You will also be able to demonstrate business acumen and ability to gain knowledge across the breadth of a variety of functions. Good communication skills - able to translate financial information and create successful business relationships. You will also be able to take a 'big picture' view with demonstrable internal consultancy and influencing skills, while possessing a keen eye for the detail. If you consider yourself to be a committed, motivated individual, who can demonstrate the above skills then we would be pleased to hear from you. If you would like to apply for this role or would like to find out more, please apply online or contact Jonathan Moss at Sellick We are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Elevation Senior Finance are recruiting a an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to join a growing finance team in a pivotal role supporting central services and regional finance operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, driving consistency across finance teams, and improving financial processes in a fast-paced environment. The Role As Central Services Finance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting the wider business through insightful analysis and forecasting. Working closely with senior finance leadership and regional finance teams, you will take ownership of monthly management accounts, overhead reporting, budgeting and forecasting, balance sheet reconciliations, and process improvements across the finance function. This position offers significant exposure across the business and the opportunity to influence operational and financial decision-making. Key Responsibilities Produce accurate monthly management accounts for Central Services and a specific division of the business Support senior finance leadership with board reporting and financial commentary Prepare budgets and forecasts, working collaboratively with regional finance teams and key stakeholders Monitor and challenge overhead expenditure to ensure costs are understood and controlled Own and reconcile balance sheet positions, ensuring accuracy and transparency Provide financial insight, analysis, and support for ad hoc business requests Drive consistency, best practice, and process improvements across regional finance teams Support year-end audit activity and statutory reporting requirements Work closely with FP&A team Coach, mentor, and support junior members of the finance team About You Our Client is looking for someone who is technically strong, highly organised, and confident building relationships across a business. You will ideally have: A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong Excel skills Experience producing management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations Excellent attention to detail and analytical capability Strong communication and stakeholder management skills The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to tight deadlines A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement Benefits Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid and flexible working opportunities Career development and progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative team environment Exposure to senior leadership and strategic finance initiatives If you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact and develop your career within a collaborative finance environment, we would love to hear from you.

Derby £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + pension + Health cover My client is a well-established international manufacturing business and are seeking an experienced finance professional to join its leadership team in a key site-based role. Reporting directly to senior operational and financial leadership, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining strong financial controls, accurate accounting records, and delivering high-quality financial reporting to support business performance. This position offers excellent exposure across operations, shared services, and senior stakeholders, with opportunities to influence business improvement initiatives, forecasting accuracy, cost control, and working capital performance. Key Responsibilities: Provide financial support to site leadership teams acting as a Business Partner Prepare monthly management accounts and support a fast month-end close process Lead financial reporting and forecasting activities, including quarterly forecasts and long-range planning Support implementation and optimisation of finance systems, including ERP platforms Manage and coordinate back-office finance activities Drive improvements in working capital, forecasting accuracy, and cost control Support capital planning and operational planning processes Prepare standard costing information and support costing reviews Produce VAT and statutory trading returns Identify financial risks and opportunities requiring management attention Support statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit activities Assist with ad hoc financial and operational analysis as required Promote finance best practice and continuous improvement across the business Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate will be a professionally qualified accountant, commercially minded finance professional with experience in a manufacturing environment and the ability to work effectively with both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Skills & Experience Required: Qualified accountant preferred (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment Strong commercial and operational finance capability Experience using ERP/finance systems. Advanced Excel and strong IT skills Knowledge of costing systems and forecasting processes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Highly organised with strong attention to detail Ability to work autonomously and manage competing deadlines Experience supporting business improvement initiatives Willingness to travel occasionally within the UK Full UK driving licence required What's on Offer: Opportunity to play a key role within a growing international business Broad operational and commercial exposure Collaborative and supportive environment Involvement in business transformation and improvement projects This role would suit an ambitious finance professional looking to combine strong technical accounting expertise with operational business partnering in a dynamic manufacturing environment

Anderson Knight is looking to recruit a Finance Manager for our client based in Newcastle. Our client is a well-established and growing organisation operating across multiple business units and long-term projects throughout the UK. Due to continued expansion and transformation activity, they are seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Senior Commercial Finance Lead to join the business in a highly visible and commercially focused role. Key Responsibilities Provide cost and revenue reporting to operational teams to support accurate month-end CVR (Contract Valuation Report) reviews. Support the development and implementation of improved Group reporting processes, including business integration and ERP implementation activities. Partner with Project Managers and operational teams to review project performance, contractual obligations, margins and working capital. Challenge and validate project trading positions during CVR reviews and ensure final adjustments reconcile to the trial balance. Drive timely closure of variations and final accounts while promoting a strong cash-focused culture. Manage and develop a small finance team, ensuring accurate billing and effective financial controls. Deliver detailed financial analysis, commentary and reporting against budgets, forecasts and operational performance. Prepare and manage month-end reporting packs, cash flow forecasts, budgets and strategic plans for Group submission. Build strong relationships across operational, commercial and finance teams to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with Group policies, processes and best practice standards. Key Experience and Knowledge Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) Previous experience in this role within a Projects based Engineering, Construction or facilities industry Deadline driven accounts Group reporting experience Excellent Excel skills and systems understanding Experience of implementation of finance systems or change projects

Our client is a Top 60 advisory-led professional services firm supporting mid-market businesses across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are expanding their Audit & Assurance team. The Role This is a key leadership role within a growing audit function. You will manage a portfolio of clients, lead audit teams, and act as a trusted adviser to business owners and senior stakeholders. You'll work closely with Partners to drive quality, growth and team development. Key Responsibilities • Manage a portfolio of audit clients and act as their main point of contact. • Lead, plan and review audit assignments across a varied client base. • Review statutory accounts and audit files, ensuring technical accuracy and quality. • Manage budgets, deadlines and team workloads. • Coach, develop and support junior team members. • Support Partners with client development and cross-selling opportunities. • Contribute to continuous improvement and audit best practice. About You • ACA / ACCA qualified. • Proven experience in a practice environment at Assistant Manager / Manager level. • Strong technical audit knowledge and review experience. • Confident leader with excellent client-facing skills. • Commercial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities. • Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer • Competitive salary and benefits. • Hybrid / smart working. • Health cash plan, wellbeing support and retail discounts. • Paid professional fees and ongoing development. • Referral bonuses and employee recognition schemes. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Bold. Ambitious. Built for Top Performers Award-winning and highly accredited Microsoft partner If you understand the MSP market, and you know the value you bring, this is where you prove it. This is not a volume MSP. This is a premium, white-glove IT services business operating at the top end of the market. Clients don't come here for basic support. They come for expertise, assurance, and a partner they can trust in highly regulated, high-stakes environments. You will be selling solutions that organisations actively want. You will be working with clients who expect excellence. And you will be rewarded accordingly. The Role at a Glance Senior SDR Sales Holborn, Central London (Hybrid - 2-3 days onsite) Up to £60,000 - Circa £120,000+ OTE (uncapped) Full-time, permanent Your Expertise: Managed IT Support, Managed Cybersecurity, Microsoft, Cloud. IT Infrastructure (IaaS) services and support in Microsoft cloud space (M365, Azure). Sold to professional and financial services firms. Long sales cycles e.g.12-24 months Who we are For over 30 years - Doherty IT consultancy and managed services provider has supported world-renowned international clients. The business is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service within the professional and financial services sector, including leading private equity and venture capital firms, as well as several top UK law firms. Entering an ambitious growth phase, the demand for high-impact revenue generation has increased. As a result, the organisation is now seeking a dynamic sales professional to drive new business, shape opportunity pipelines, and play a key role in accelerating commercial growth. About the Role This is a strategic new business role within an established, high-performing sales team. You will take ownership of new logo acquisition across the UK SME market, with a particular focus on organisations operating in highly regulated sectors. These are clients where risk, compliance, security, and service quality are critical. This is a true hunter position. You will be expected to open doors, build relationships, and convert complex, long-cycle managed services opportunities over 12-24 months. You will be selling into decision-makers who demand credibility, clarity, and commercial intelligence. The solutions you represent sit at the core of your clients' operations, security posture, and growth strategy. This includes managed IT services, cybersecurity, Microsoft platforms, cloud infrastructure, and the modern digital workplace. This is a business built for growth, with a premium market position, low customer churn, and a reputation for delivering a high-touch, white-glove service experience. What You'll Be Doing • Driving new business across the SME market, targeting regulated and professional services environments • Building and executing intelligent outreach strategies to generate and convert opportunities • Managing complex sales cycles with discipline, structure, and consistency • Engaging senior stakeholders and influencing high-value buying decisions • Maintaining a high-quality pipeline with accurate forecasting and clear progression • Positioning high-value managed services and solutions with confidence and authority What Makes This Role Different • A true premium MSP offering, where quality and service differentiate the business • Clients who expect a strategic partner, not a supplier • Uncapped earning potential aligned to high-value deal conversion • A culture that values performance, accountability, and commercial thinking • A business with clear growth ambition and the infrastructure to support it About You You are an experienced MSP sales professional with a strong track record of winning new business and exceeding targets, motivated by operating at the premium end of the market. You have proven experience selling managed IT services into highly regulated SME environments, particularly within professional services and the financial sector, where trust, credibility, and sector understanding are critical. Commercially sharp and resilient, you thrive in a high-performance environment and bring a disciplined, process-driven approach to managing long-cycle, high-value deals over 12-24 months, engaging confidently with senior stakeholders. You translate complex solutions across Microsoft 365, Azure, cybersecurity, and cloud into clear business value, and bring a strong network, credible reputation, and the ambition to succeed at the highest level. What's In It For You • Stability of a 30-year brand with the energy of a growth phase • A voice to lead change, transform and inspire • Competitive base salary + performance bonus • Leadership development programme and personal growth support • Microsoft accreditation incentives • 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays) + your birthday off • Private medical insurance, group income protection, and life insurance • Enhanced family-friendly policies • Pension scheme, company sick pay, and EAP • Paid travel for additional office attendance day Move your career forward with Doherty You will be selling into organisations where the quality of IT services directly impacts business performance, security, and compliance. You will be part of a business that delivers a true white-glove experience and positions technology as a strategic advantage. If you are looking for a role where expectations are high, standards are uncompromising, and rewards reflect performance, this is it. 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Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, collaborative and innovative company? Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team? Join our Credit Underwriting team The credit underwriting team is a business critical, growing, and dynamic team led by the Head of Credit & Commercial risk who reports into the Group Financial Controller. The team work closely with the sales team, financial reporting, and various areas of business operations. The credit underwriting team are ultimately responsible for the management, underwriting, and control of credit exposure to the business in what is a rapidly evolving environment. Success. The Softcat Way. There's a uniqueness to Softcat - what we do, how we do it and why we do it. That's because we help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. We give everyone the chance to step up and show how much they can achieve. We succeed when all our people succeed. Be part of a team that enables business growth This role is part of the Finance Management team and will lead the credit underwriting team supporting our rapidly growing and dynamic IT solutions business. This passionate, highly numerate underwriter will work closely with our finance and sales teams as well as external stakeholders, insurance brokers and customers alike, to maintain credit risk controls within an existing framework and provide a unique service to our customers. As a Credit Underwriting Manager , you'll be responsible for : Analyse customer risk profiles and validate automated credit scorecards Produce monthly risk reports and support senior credit governance forums Manage credit exposure, limits, and portfolio risk across customers and sectors Lead and develop senior underwriters, including performance, hiring, and KPIs Support board approvals and senior decision making within agreed authority levels Oversee trade credit insurance, budgets, and process improvements Manage and monitor the Deputy Credit Risk Manager performance, manage KPI's during a performance management process through having challenging conversations Stre amli ning proces ses whe re need ed Partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business to align credit strategy Participating in credit review meetings with the senior leadership team, displaying understanding of customers who have gone into administrations, high exposure risks, industry updates and credit assessment SLA overviews. We'd love you to have Strong risk assessment and analytical skills Proven leadership and team management experience Solid knowledge of underwriting regulations and compliance Commercial and financial awareness Confident decision making and stakeholder communication Strong knowledge across different areas of the business to ensure organisational goals are met. Demonstrate the ability to think around a subject, considering risk implications of our current policies and procedures. Experience s upporting the gro w th and d evelo pment of team me mbers . We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you! Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Hybrid working - 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.

Hosted Buyer Executive - B2B Events Central London, Hybrid, Overseas Travel Up to £40,000 base, OTE £50,000 + Benefits A specialist B2B media and events business with a strong reputation in its niche is looking to grow its hosted buyer function. The company works across multiple verticals where technology is driving transformation, combining content, community and commercial delivery in a way that sets it apart from more traditional event businesses. The Role This is a hosted buyer development role where you will play a central part in bringing senior buyers and the right event partners together. Your primary focus is the Hosted Meetings Programme, a core deliverable within client packages, where precision, relationship-building and commercial instinct all matter equally. You will join an established marketing team, reporting directly to the Head of Marketing. There is a genuine growth trajectory here; as the function matures, the expectation is that you will move into leading the hosted buyer function and, in time, building a team around it. Overseas travel comes with the role. The Day to Day Research and map the buyer landscape for each event, identifying the right senior decision-makers and matching them to the most relevant event partners Drive proactive outreach across phone, email and LinkedIn to engage prospective participants Manage each VIP attendee through the full onboarding journey, from first contact through to arriving on-site Qualify participants carefully to ensure programme eligibility is maintained throughout Build and manage relationships with senior executives, delivering a seamless and professional experience at every touchpoint Keep CRM records and databases accurate and up to date Support the Head of Marketing with scheduling, documentation and programme administration Track and report on hosted meeting expenditure Keep internal teams and external partners aligned and on deadline Be fully present and hands-on at live events, with travel as required What You Bring A background in delegate sales, VIP audience acquisition, hosted buyer or community relationship management within B2B events - this is essential Proven ability to build and manage relationships with senior stakeholders, with a confident and professional phone manner Strong organisational skills, a process-driven mindset and excellent attention to detail The ability to juggle multiple priorities under pressure without compromising on accuracy or professionalism Clear, confident written and verbal communication across all levels A proactive and self-directed working style that also thrives within a close-knit team Comfortable and competent with technology, including Microsoft 365, CRM systems, Sales Navigator and virtual event platforms A note from Jackson Barnes Recruitment This one suits someone bright, organised, commercially curious and genuinely enjoys the matchmaking element of buyside development. It is not a pure sales role, but it rewards people who are relationship-driven and take pride in getting the details right. The growth opportunity is real, and the sector is genuinely fascinating. Interested? Get in touch with Helen Yarrow at Jackson Barnes Recruitment. Referrals are very welcome - if you know someone who fits this, please share this ad - check out our referral scheme on the Jackson Barnes Recruitment website. Visit Jackson Barnes Recruitment's website to learn more about how we connect top commercial talent with world-class media and events organisations. About Jackson Barnes Recruitment Jackson Barnes Recruitment delivers international recruitment solutions within the events, media, and publishing sectors. Jackson Barnes recruits Graduate to MD level in the following positions: Researcher Conference producer Event Marketing Sales - delegate, sponsorship & Business Development Event Manager Editor We recruit for organisations in the UK and overseas, with success in London, Dubai, New York, Singapore and Australia.

Our client is a successful and highly profitable group of companies seeking to recruit a Finance Business Partner to their finance team as part of a longer term succession plan. As an established manufacturer their success has been driven by considerable internal investment with a focus on environmental sustainability and a culture of employee engagement and customer care. This new role is a key hire supporting an experienced Finance Director and will offer exposure to all aspects of the finance function. They are keen to recruit someone CIMA / ACCA or ACA qualified with the right attitude and desire to settle into a position where they can be developed towards a leadership role in the future The successful candidate will act as a Finance Business Partner to look at costs and performance with operational stakeholders across the business, providing financial information and analysis to support decision making and commercial activity. The main duties will include: Preparation of the annual budgets and forecasts Collaborating across all departments to improve cost control and profitability Improving financial systems and controls, introducing AI where necessary Preparing detailed MI on costs and margins to identify trends and risk areas Consolidating financial information into group reporting pack Cashflow planning, forecasting and currency management Providing financial analysis and reporting to senior management Producing the monthly management accounts with commentary Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and external audit Assisting with strategic planning, cost saving and efficiency improvements This will be a wide ranging role offering plenty of scope to review processes across all cost centres and introduce improvements. The ideal candidate would be a proactive, self-starter able to credibly influence colleagues and drive change. Strong IT skills, knowledge of ERP systems and an ability to implement AI and finance transformation activities would be very attractive. Previous experience as a Management Accountant, Finance Analyst or Finance Manager from a manufacturing, industrial or distribution company would be preferred. Provided you are a fully qualified Accountant with some experience, duties can be shaped to suit the successful candidate, so if you have the right attitude and career ambition, please do not hesitate to apply. On offer is an attractive salary, benefits package and fantastic career development prospects. Hybrid working could also be available once settled into the role, although applications will only be considered from candidates living in a reasonable commuting distance.

Financial Controller Location: Buckingham, Buckinghamshire Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 per annum + bonus + car allowance + benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller to join a growing and highly respected specialist safety business based in Buckingham. This is a pivotal leadership role within a dynamic organisation supporting hazardous materials management and compliance across critical industrial sectors. About the Company Our client operates within the hazardous materials safety and environmental compliance sector, delivering expert solutions for the safe storage, handling, and transportation of dangerous goods. They support industries such as chemical manufacturing, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, and environmental services. Known for their technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and commitment to safety, the business is experiencing strong growth and continues to expand its footprint across the UK. The Role This is a hands-on position where you will take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to senior leadership. Leading a small and dedicated team, you will oversee day-to-day financial operations while also providing strategic insight to support business growth and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Oversee all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis Deliver timely and accurate financial statements in line with UK accounting standards Monitor cash flow and working capital, ensuring financial stability Lead financial planning to support strategic growth initiatives Ensure compliance with tax regulations and manage external auditors and advisors Develop and maintain robust financial controls and governance frameworks Provide commercial insight and strategic recommendations to senior management Support system improvements, including ERP and financial reporting tools Partner with operational teams to drive efficiency and cost control Requirements ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent) Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within an SME Background in highly transactional, B2B is advantageous Experience in working with UK businesses with EU presence Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance, and reporting Experience managing finance systems and ERP platforms Commercially astute, proactive, and confident communicator Able to operate both strategically and hands-on in a growing business Benefits Competitive salary: £70,000 depending on experience Performance-related bonus scheme Car allowance (optional) Opportunities for career progression as the business grows Supportive, collaborative working environment High level of autonomy and influence within the leadership team A chance to contribute to a business that plays a critical role in safety and environmental protection This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking a meaningful and impactful role within a specialist, purpose-driven organisation. If you're looking to take the next step in your career and contribute to a company focused on safety, compliance, and innovation, we'd love to hear from you. IND25

SF Recruitment are working with a leading business based in Redditch who are recruiting for a permanent Group Financial Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation with a strong market presence and ambitious growth plans, offering exposure across group reporting, technical accounting and business partnering activities. This is a fantastic role for a qualified finance professional looking to develop within a fast-paced and commercially focused environment. Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in supporting the group reporting process, statutory accounts preparation and continuous improvement projects across the finance function. My client is ideally looking for a qualified ACA accountant and this role would particularly suit a first-time mover from a top tier practice firm looking to make their first move into industry. Duties include: -Preparing monthly group consolidated accounts -Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts -Working closely with auditors during year-end processes -Providing technical accounting support across the business -Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and controls -Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes -Assisting with group reporting and board pack preparation -Driving improvements to financial processes and reporting If you are interested in finding out more, please do get in touch and send me your CV and I will contact you.