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Interim Head of Finance Ambleside - £55,000 to £58,000 Offered on a day rate or Fixed Term Contract Minimum of 3 months Hybrid We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Interim Head of Finance to provide strategic and operational financial leadership for a thriving and fantastic charity based in Ambleside. This a try wonderful charity based in the Lake District. Entering into an exciting phase of transformation they are seeking a talented individual to be able to undertake the day to day responsibilities of the role whilst undertaking a review of current systems and processes. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will play a key role within the Senior Leadership Team, supporting Trustees and senior colleagues with clear financial insight, robust governance and strong financial management. They are seeking someone in two parts Initial 3 to 4 months to assess the department and review systems and processess Permanent role It maybe the same person goes temp to perm Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day financial management of the charity Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and management accounts Strengthen financial controls, reporting and compliance Lead statutory accounts preparation and annual audit process Support Trustees, Finance & Risk Committee and governance requirements Act as Company Secretary and ensure regulatory compliance Manage financial risk, sustainability and business planning Support digital transformation, IT systems and data security oversight Lead and support finance and operational teams during a period of transition About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Proven senior finance leadership experience, ideally within charity or not-for-profit sectors Strong technical accounting, governance and compliance knowledge Experienced in working with Boards and Trustees Commercially minded, collaborative and able to operate strategically and operationally Calm, adaptable and confident leading through change Additional information The role can be full time or over 4 days per week The role may pay slightly more for the initial temporary role Accommodation is offered for someone who might be able to work away from home part / all of the week This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a purpose-driven organisation while helping shape its future sustainability and success.

Finance Business Partner - Children's & Schools - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner to lead financial support across Children's Services and Schools. This is a senior interim assignment supporting the full budget cycle, DSG reporting, statutory returns and high-quality budget monitoring across the Directorate. What's on Offer Rate: £590 - £750 per day Contract length: 3-6 months initially Full-timeRemote working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead on financial support to Children's and Schools, working closely with the Directorate to provide robust advice, challenge and financial reporting. Key responsibilities: Leading financial support across Children's Services and Schools. Managing the full budget cycle, including budget setting, monitoring and year-end activity. Producing high-quality budget monitoring information for senior stakeholders. Leading on DSG reporting and statutory returns. Providing robust challenge to service assumptions, forecasts and financial plans. Working closely with Directors, Heads of Service and budget holders to support effective decision-making. Leading and supporting a finance team to deliver timely, accurate financial advice. About You You will ideally have: Strong Local Authority finance experience across Children's Services and Schools. Proven experience of the full budget cycle within a Children's Directorate. Strong DSG reporting and statutory returns experience. Experience leading a team within a finance business partnering environment. Ability to challenge services confidently while maintaining strong working relationships. CCAB / CIMA qualification, or strong relevant experience. How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.

Based in Swindon, this well respected and long established construction business are in a position to add further skills to the finance team. An industry leader, delivering projects with an impressive portfolio of client, they are seeking a full-time, permanent Purchase Ledger Clerk.Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:• 1 Day Remote Working Available (post probation)• Performance Bonus Schemes (noncontractual, role dependent)• Competitive Annual Salaries• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays• Up to 8% Employer Pension Contribution• Private Medical Healthcare• Life Assurance (4x Annual Salary)• Career Progression Opportunities• Structured Training & Development ProgrammesYour New Role as Purchase Ledger Clerk:Reporting to the Head of Finance you shall provide clerical support to the Finance function. As Purchase Ledger Clerk you shall manage the day to day PL activity, managing the ledgers in line with company procedures.Specific duties will include:• Receive invoices into email, capture on invoice register and distribute to persons to action.• Input supplier invoices onto SAP system.• Monitor integrity of Office Managers GRN inputs, raise and address queries as appropriate.• Pro-actively assist site personnel with SAP input queries.• Input non purchase order nominal invoices ensuring accurate coding.• Deal with first line supplier queries and resolve or escalate as appropriate.• Scan invoices onto SAP system and ensure they are correctly matched to the posting entry.• Perform statement reconciliations to verify supplier balances.• Accurately code and input the Barclaycard Statement.• Input expense claim forms to SAP system ensuring accuracy and coding.• Process SAP payment runs as requested.• Ability to provide cover for colleagues with duties including but not limited to:• Subcontract payments.Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply:The successful candidate will have operated as an Accounts Payable clerk within a fast pa ed environment. Able to manager ledger activity at pace, and with accuracy you shall have experience across all elements of the JD and be residing in the local area. A strong communicator and able to work alongside others within the finance function, you shall be rehearsed in Purchase Ledger and be keen to add value. This vacancy is being handled by Darren Cadman at Kenton Black Finance.Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.

A university are recruiting an Interim Finance Business Partner. Your new company A high-profile London university. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partnering, you will be responsible for providing high-quality advice to budget holders, promoting good financial management and value for money. Duties and responsibilities include budgeting and forecasting; supporting with costing and pricing and ad hoc financial analysis. Anticipated duration is 6 months+. Flexible working is offered. To start ASAP. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced Finance Business Partner with a strong, recent higher education background. 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.

Higher Education - Interim Finance Manager (Assets) - 6M FTC - Up To £46k + Fantastic Benefits - Start ASAP Your new company Leading Northwest University with a reputation for excellence. Your new role As Interim Finance Manager (Assets), you will be working in a key role providing comprehensive budgeting, administrative, financial monitoring, and systems support across operations. You will contribute to the development, implementation, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of financial strategies, policies, and procedures within the directorate, ensuring strong and effective financial control. You will also have responsibility for managing a team of 3 finance assistants. This role is a 6month FTC with a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in office and 2 days WFH. Please note, due to the urgency of this role, only candidates who are immediately available or on a short notice period will be considered. What you'll need to succeed - You will be a qualified Accountant or Finalist (CIMA / ACA / CIPFA / ACCA level), although candidates with the relevant experience and who are actively pursuing their accountancy qualification will also be considered.- Candidates with a background in large, complex organisations and / or Public sector will be well suited to this role.- A proven history of preparing and producing management accounts and supporting with month-end / year-end is essential.- You will be hands-on and able to add immediate support and impact as the team heads into a busy year-end period.- You will be a confident and effective communicator with colleagues at all levels (including non-finance) and able to work collaboratively whilst managing your workload in an effective and timely manner. - You will have experience of line managing or developing a small finance team. What you'll get in return A fantastic opportunity to work within a collaborative team environment, offering flexible hybrid working and a competitive salary of up to £46k with excellent benefits. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Georgia Wilson at Hays. 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.

Robertson Bell is proud to be partnering with a large and growing Multi-Academy Trust in the recruitment of an Interim Finance Manager. The role is due to be for circa 12 months with the potential to be extended. The Role As Finance Manager, you will take the lead on all financial management activity across a portfolio of schools within a defined region. Working closely with senior finance leadership and directly with headteachers and regional executive leaders, you will be a trusted adviser and a credible voice on financial matters at school level. Key responsibilities will include: Preparation, review and management of school budgets, forecasts and monthly management accounts Delivery of financial business partnering to headteachers and regional leadership Supporting and challenging budget holders to maintain sustainable financial positions The Person needed: Experience working in a school or academy trust setting -is highly desirable but not essential Proven experience in management accounts, budgeting and financial forecasting Strong communication and business partnering skills A professional accounting qualification is desirable but not essential Please apply ASAP to be considered.

The Opportunity: We are seeking a proactive and empathetic interim Housing Income Officer based at a head office in Leicester. This is a hybrid post with 2-3 days a week in the office. There is an opportunity for this role to get permanent. The primary focus of this role is to support customers in sustaining their tenancies through a customer-focused approach, fostering a culture of early intervention and arrears prevention while robustly managing rent, service charge, and lease fee income. Key Duties: Manage a portfolio of arrears cases to ensure debt is consistently reducing across a variety of tenure types. Handle end-to-end arrears enforcement by issuing legal notices, preparing court documentation, and representing the organisation in court to request appropriate orders. Lead on the annual rent and service charge setting process, communicating all adjustments clearly to superior landlords, tenants, and benefit departments. Proactively engage with Housing Benefit departments and the DWP (Universal Credit) to resolve complex claim issues and ensure payments are assessed efficiently. Support Housing Officers with data collection and allocate incoming cash payments directly to debt via the finance system. Produce comprehensive monthly and quarterly arrears, rental income, and void income reports for senior leadership and superior landlords. Handle difficult financial conversations with tenants and appointees with deep understanding and empathy to build strong rapport. Identify service weaknesses and design strategic action plans for effective income management in support of the Head of Housing. Further information: Location: Based out of our central Leicester head office, at least 2 days a week on site Salary: £17-18.50 per hour based on experience Requirements: Experience: Essential previous experience working within a housing association in an income management role, with a proven track record of reducing arrears. Knowledge: Deep knowledge of Housing Benefit regulations; a solid understanding of the Supported Housing sector and Intensive Housing Management models is highly desirable. Qualifications: CIH Level 3 qualified or holding equivalent housing management qualifications is strongly preferred. Skills: Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical report writing capabilities, and highly effective internal and external stakeholder management skills. Core Competencies: A resilient, "can-do" attitude with the ability to confidently navigate lone working, handle sensitive client data securely, and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant welfare legislation. How to Apply: Please apply for this role online or contact Matt at Avalon for a confidential discussion. Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practise a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.

Who we are At Grant Thornton we're building something bold. We're doing things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity. Our journey from great to exceptional is well underway. With significant investment behind us and a clear strategy for growth, there's real momentum. Our Agile Talent Community (ATC) brings together experienced contract professionals who want choice without losing connection. You work where you add the most value, alongside teams who treat you as a partner rather than a placeholder. Joining us in in Financial Services Business Risk Services (FS BRS) We help and support clients achieve their strategic goals by guiding them through new legislation changes and helping to navigate accounting, regulatory, technology and operating model change. The world around us is changing and our teams help clients remain agile and adapt to these changes and stay ahead of the competition. Grant Thornton's Financial Services Business Risk Services (FS BRS) team provides market-leading risk, control and governance services to the financial services industry, working with clients from the insurance, banking and investment management industries and beyond. Our key offerings are internal audit (outsource and co-source) finance and risk management, compliance and technology. If you're an experienced Interim Claims Consultant who's tired of choosing between freedom and meaningful work, there's another route. Within our FS BRS team , you'll be given the opportunity to take on short- to medium-term projects that sharpen your expertise, stretch your thinking, and give you a different angle on familiar challenges - all without locking you into a single path. Skills we are looking for Demonstratable hands-on experience of working in claims and / or delegated claims within industry that's confident acting as a subject matter expert. Practical knowledge of the end to end claims process and be able to support or deliver internal audits with credibility. Experience in internal audit, claims auditing, coverholder audits or TPA audits is highly desirable. You would have gained your experience across insurance sector: General Insurance, Life Insurance, Pensions, Broking or Lloyd's market. You'll have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to communicate insights clearly and professionally. You will be happy to occasionally travel into London. Why Consultants choose the ATC Work that moves you forward When a project fits your skills, we'll get in touch, but you choose whether it's right for you. That means working on engagements that genuinely build your portfolio and expand your expertise. The freedom of contracting without the hidden admin You're not left to navigate the freelance world alone. Our Agile Talent team helps you understand freelance regulation and connects you with people who broaden your thinking through our teams and clients. Community you can actually feel Connection shouldn't disappear just because you're contracting. From market insights to wellbeing sessions to networking events, you'll be part of a community designed to make the independent path less isolated and more impactful. Our culture and values We have a culture where talented people thrive - where high performance is not just expected but enabled. It's a culture built on clarity, curiosity, and care. One that challenges us to aim higher, where we're encouraged to make the most of an abundance of resources to fuel our own development, and where we support each other to grow, learn, and succeed. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. How to join We keep the process straightforward, because the real work happens once you're here. Submit your CV and basic details through our online application. If there's a match, a recruiter will reach out to discuss. Meet key stakeholders for a focused conversation. Complete your background checks, join the Agile Talent Community, and start exploring the opportunities we have to offer. If you need adjustments at any point in the process, please let us know during the application stage - we aim to make sure our roles are accessible to everyone.

Who we are At Grant Thornton we're building something bold. We're doing things differently - looking to the future, driving ambitious growth and pioneering positive change in our industry. Providing audit, tax and advisory services, we empower clients through strategic insight, curiosity, and genuine partnership. And we empower our people with real opportunity. Our journey from great to exceptional is well underway. With significant investment behind us and a clear strategy for growth, there's real momentum. Our Agile Talent Community (ATC) brings together experienced contract professionals who want choice without losing connection. You work where you add the most value, alongside teams who treat you as a partner rather than a placeholder. Joining us in Financial Services Business Risk Services (FS BRS) We help and support clients achieve their strategic goals by guiding them through new legislation changes and helping to navigate accounting, regulatory, technology and operating model change. The world around us is changing and our teams help clients remain agile and adapt to these changes and stay ahead of the competition. Grant Thornton's Financial Services Business Risk Services (FS BRS) team provides market-leading risk, control and governance services to the financial services industry, working with clients from the insurance, banking and investment management industries and beyond. Our key offerings are internal audit (outsource and co-source) finance and risk management, compliance and technology. Joining the Agile Talent Community as an Interim Data Internal Auditor , you will have the freedom to work on projects that you choose, whether full or part-time within FS BRS and support our clients and internal teams on short to medium-term assignments. Skills we are looking for: Proven experience in end-to-end internal audit within the Financial Services industry. Advanced proficiency in Alteryx Designer, including workflow design, data transformation, and data analysis. Strong expertise in Microsoft Power BI, with deep knowledge of data modelling, DAX, and dashboard development. Hands-on experience in developing solutions using Microsoft Fabric. Ability to code in Python or PySpark. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively. Demonstrated project management capability, including managing multiple initiatives concurrently. Why Consultants choose the ATC Work that moves you forward When a project fits your skills, we'll get in touch, but you choose whether it's right for you. That means working on engagements that genuinely build your portfolio and expand your expertise. The freedom of contracting without the hidden admin You're not left to navigate the freelance world alone. Our Agile Talent team helps you understand freelance regulation and connects you with people who broaden your thinking through our teams and clients. Community you can actually feel Connection shouldn't disappear just because you're contracting. From market insights to wellbeing sessions to networking events, you'll be part of a community designed to make the independent path less isolated and more impactful. Our culture and values We have a culture where talented people thrive - where high performance is not just expected but enabled. It's a culture built on clarity, curiosity, and care. One that challenges us to aim higher, where we're encouraged to make the most of an abundance of resources to fuel our own development, and where we support each other to grow, learn, and succeed. Our open and accessible culture means you'll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. The things that set you apart, we value them. That's why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work. How to join We keep the process straightforward, because the real work happens once you're here. Submit your CV and basic details through our online application. If there's a match, a recruiter will reach out to discuss. Meet key stakeholders for a focused conversation. Complete your background checks, join the Agile Talent Community, and start exploring the opportunities we have to offer. If you need adjustments at any point in the process, please let us know during the application stage - we aim to make sure our roles are accessible to everyone.

Interim Head of Finance (12 Month FTC) Leicester (Hybrid - 2-3 days on site) 70,000 - 80,000 Gleeson are delighted to be supporting a well-established charity in Leicester to recruit an Interim Head of Finance on a 12-month fixed-term contract basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Governance, this is a broad leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, oversight of financial reporting and budgeting, and partnering with senior stakeholders across the organisation. Managing a team of 12, you'll provide strong leadership across multiple finance and procurement disciplines while ensuring the organisation continues to deliver robust financial control, insightful charity reporting and effective support to operational teams and boards. Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and support a finance team of 12 across multiple disciplines Oversee Financial Accounts, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management Accounts and Procurement functions Ensure the timely delivery of monthly management accounts, budgets and forecasts Lead the year-end process and statutory reporting requirements Support charity-specific financial reporting and governance requirements Prepare and present financial information to a variety of boards and committees Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance across the finance function Oversee the Finance Systems Manager and support the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting capabilities Foster a collaborative and customer-focused culture within the finance team and across the wider organisation Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is essential Proven experience leading sizeable finance teams within a charity or not-for-profit environment is essential Strong people management and leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate teams Experience delivering financial reporting to a charitable board, budgeting and forecasting within a complex organisation Comfortable presenting financial information to boards, committees and senior stakeholders Strong business partnering skills and experience working closely with executive leadership teams Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation Knowledge of FRS 102 would be advantageous, although support is available internally Experience gained across both the charity/not-for-profit sector and commercial industry environments would be particularly attractive PLEASE NOTE: This role has the potential to start within the next week so only candidates with quick availability will be considered. This role would suit an experienced finance leader who enjoys balancing operational excellence with stakeholder engagement and team development, while helping a purpose-led organisation achieve its objectives. If this sounds of interest to you, please don't hesitate to apply. Please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without sponsorship. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester and able to attend site 2-3 days per week - CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. Previous charity/not-for-profit finance experience is essential. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Interim Finance Director Keighley 50,000 - 70,000 DOE Interim Contract Are you a commercially minded Finance Director looking for your next interim challenge? We are partnering with a well-established and growing business in Keighley to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Director. This is a key leadership role, providing strategic financial guidance whilst ensuring robust financial control and operational excellence during a period of change and growth. Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, providing clear financial insight, driving performance, and supporting key business decisions. Key Responsibilities Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting Deliver monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections Provide strategic financial support to the board and senior leadership team Drive business performance through insightful financial analysis and commercial recommendations Review and strengthen financial controls, processes, and governance Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Oversee year-end accounts, audit processes, and statutory compliance Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risk management Support business improvement projects, change initiatives, and finance transformation activities Develop and mentor the finance team, ensuring high performance and accountability Act as a key stakeholder with external advisors, auditors, banks, and investors where required About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance, or Senior Financial Controller level Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence strategic decisions Experience leading finance teams within a fast-paced business environment Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Available to commence an interim assignment at short notice or within a reasonable timeframe What's on Offer Salary of 50,000 - 70,000 depending on experience Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation Senior leadership position with exposure to strategic decision-making Flexible and collaborative working environment Immediate requirement with the potential for extension If you're an experienced finance leader who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys driving positive change, we'd love to hear from you.

Interim Head of Finance Warwickshire T2M have been appointed to recruit an interim Head of Finance to support the Managing Director and Regional Directors of a significant multi-site business. This highly commercial role will be for an initial period of 6-9 months with the possibility of becoming a permanent appointment. We require a fully qualified accountant with demonstrable expertise in supporting (and challenging) a senior leadership team in a fast moving and competitive landscape business. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates that have worked within multisite operations in sectors such as Retail, FMCG, Construction. House Building, Logistics etc. The ability to identify key business performance trends that contribute to margin improvement and profitability (from cost management to dynamic pricing, resource utilisation, stock, and competitor knowledge) are key, as is the ability to impact & influence decisions based on high quality data. You will work closely with the leadership team supported by central finance and insight analysts. We are targeting a June / early start for this assignment that will require at least three days in the office (easy access from the M1 / M6 ) with the flexibility to travel (UK) when required. This role is INSIDE IR35 so subject to PAYE. There will be a competitive PAYE day rate and potential performance / retention bonus. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK on a permanent full-time basis without the requirement for sponsorship.

The Opportunity: We are seeking a proactive and empathetic interim Income Manager for a Social Housing provider based at a head office in Leicester. This is a hybrid post with 2-3 days a week in the office. There is an opportunity for this role to get permanent. The primary focus of this role is to support customers in sustaining their tenancies through a customer-focused approach, fostering a culture of early intervention and arrears prevention while robustly managing rent, service charge, and lease fee income. Key Income Manager duties: Manage a portfolio of arrears cases to ensure debt is consistently reducing across a variety of tenure types. Handle end-to-end arrears enforcement by issuing legal notices, preparing court documentation, and representing the organisation in court to request appropriate orders. Lead on the annual rent and service charge setting process, communicating all adjustments clearly to superior landlords, tenants, and benefit departments. Proactively engage with Housing Benefit departments and the DWP (Universal Credit) to resolve complex claim issues and ensure payments are assessed efficiently. Support Housing Officers with data collection and allocate incoming cash payments directly to debt via the finance system. Produce comprehensive monthly and quarterly arrears, rental income, and void income reports for senior leadership and superior landlords. Handle difficult financial conversations with tenants and appointees with deep understanding and empathy to build strong rapport. Identify service weaknesses and design strategic action plans for effective income management in support of the Head of Housing. Further information about the Income Manager role: Location: Based out of our central Leicester head office, at least 2 days a week on site Salary: 17-18.50 per hour based on experience Requirements for the Income Manager role: Experience: Essential previous experience working within a housing association in an income management role, with a proven track record of reducing arrears. Knowledge: Deep knowledge of Housing Benefit regulations; a solid understanding of the Supported Housing sector and Intensive Housing Management models is highly desirable. Qualifications: CIH Level 3 qualified or holding equivalent housing management qualifications is strongly preferred. Skills: Excellent attention to detail, strong analytical report writing capabilities, and highly effective internal and external stakeholder management skills. Core Competencies: A resilient, "can-do" attitude with the ability to confidently navigate lone working, handle sensitive client data securely, and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant welfare legislation. How to apply for the Income Manager role: Please apply for this role online or contact Matt at Avalon for a confidential discussion. Avalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practise a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals.

Finance Business Partner - Children's & Schools - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner to lead financial support across Children's Services and Schools. This is a senior interim assignment supporting the full budget cycle, DSG reporting, statutory returns and high-quality budget monitoring across the Directorate. What's on Offer Rate: 590 - 750 per day Contract length: 3-6 months initially Full-time Remote working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead on financial support to Children's and Schools, working closely with the Directorate to provide robust advice, challenge and financial reporting. Key responsibilities: Leading financial support across Children's Services and Schools. Managing the full budget cycle, including budget setting, monitoring and year-end activity. Producing high-quality budget monitoring information for senior stakeholders. Leading on DSG reporting and statutory returns. Providing robust challenge to service assumptions, forecasts and financial plans. Working closely with Directors, Heads of Service and budget holders to support effective decision-making. Leading and supporting a finance team to deliver timely, accurate financial advice. About You You will ideally have: Strong Local Authority finance experience across Children's Services and Schools. Proven experience of the full budget cycle within a Children's Directorate. Strong DSG reporting and statutory returns experience. Experience leading a team within a finance business partnering environment. Ability to challenge services confidently while maintaining strong working relationships. CCAB / CIMA qualification, or strong relevant experience. How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your required day rate. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to 300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV to , including your details. T&Cs apply.

The Company Able Bridge Recruitment are delighted to be working with one of Glasgow s most prestigious education institutes in the recruitment of an interim payroll manager. This vacancy, the result of ill health and a planned medical procedure will be office based for at least 2 days per week and will report into the head of finance. The role is scheduled to last for approximately 3 months however this could be extended further. The Responsibilities The purpose of this role is to run the monthly payroll for approximately 1,600 people. You will oversee a payroll assistant but will be hands on running the payroll, oversight of onboarding and off boarding new/old colleagues. On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be responsible for the following; Prepare & input all information pertaining to the payroll and fee paid contracts including responsibility for all records and returns; Prepare and process all payroll payment files via BACS in a timely manner ensuring appropriate authorisation from bank signatories; Carry out monthly reconciliation of net salaries, PAYE, NI, Pensions and sundry salary outlay accounts between payroll reports and Nominal Ledger; Oversee any payroll systems upgrades and liaise with external providers when investigating changes to the system; Maintain detailed departmental payroll analysis as required; Deal with staff and external agencies regularly regarding queries relating to the payroll and Fee paid contracts; Complete ad-hoc statutory returns as required. e.g. National Statistics Office returns; The Requirements To be considered for this role you must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in working as a payroll senior or payroll manager (from within the UK). Candidates will need to be available at short notice as our client is needing an urgent placement for this post. Applicants will also need to be tech savvy and ideally have exposure to tech1. This is a vital role for the organisation and applicants will need to be self-motivating, pro-active and be able to work with minimal supervision. Our client does not hold a license to offer study support so will only consider applicants who are able to work unrestricted within the UK and who are based in the immediate vicinity. If you are interested in hearing more detail about this role or would like to have a confidential chat about a potential career move, please do not hesitate in contacting me.

Interim Head of Finance Rate: 550 - 750 per day Contract: Interim, Full-time Location: North East (Hybrid/Remote Working) We are seeking an Interim Head of Finance to join a Local Authority for a six-month assignment. In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Resources to deliver on the Council's financial agenda and strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Accountancy and Administration functions, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. Facilitate robust financial management practices to support the authority's operational and strategic goals. Ensure the Council's accounting systems and procedures comply with established standards and those agreed by the Director of Finance Lead and develop a team of 6 Essential Experience: A CCAB qualification and a management qualification, with membership of a relevant accountancy body and evidence of continued professional development (CPD). Proven experience in managing, motivating, and leading teams, including workload planning and performance monitoring against targets. Strong understanding of the legislative and regulatory framework governing local authority finance. Demonstrated experience in producing annual statements of accounts within strict deadlines and developing organisation-wide budget-setting processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim professional seeking a hands-on leadership role. The position offers hybrid working. If you believe you have the skills and experience required for the Interim Head of Finance role, please apply now or contact Hayley Cox at Sellick Partnership . Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances and can adapt our processes to accommodate individual needs. Please let us know how we can support you throughout the recruitment process. Please note: Our advertisements use years of experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide based on the specific skills outlined in the advert. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the necessary skills to fulfil the role. Our consultants assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. 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.

Robertson Bell are supporting a large, complex, organisation based in South Essex to recruit an Interim Year End Accountant. This person will work closely with the Head of Finance through a critical period and take lead on much of the work required to deliver timely and accurate statutory accounts. This is a hybrid role with the option to work across a couple of office locations, ideally three days per week although there is flexibility on this if required. The contract is expected to last at least three months. Key responsibilities will include: Leading on the delivery of the year-end process in conjunction with the Head of Finance Preparing statutory accounts and supporting disclosures Acting as the primary contact for external auditors and managing audit requests Preparing audit working papers and supporting schedules Ensuring balance sheet reconciliations and controls are maintained Preparing and submitting VAT returns to HMRC Managing partial exemption calculations and associated reporting Supporting accounting across the organisation and its trading subsidiary entities Identifying opportunities to strengthen financial controls and processes The successful candidate will: Be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Have proven experience delivering statutory accounts and year-end processes Have experience acting as a key contact throughout external audits Have experience preparing and submitting VAT returns Ideally have exposure to partial exemption calculations Have experience within the non-profit or public sectors Be capable of operating independently and providing expertise from day one Our client is working to a quick turnaround, with candidates needing to be available immediately or on a weeks notice. CVs are being reviewed upon receipt so, please don't hesiatet to submit your application now. The role falls within IR35 and will be paid via an Umbrella Company.

Job Title: Assistant Accountant - Hybrid - interim Location: Halesowen Role Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to support key financial processes, including month-end close, balance sheet integrity, and audit preparation. This role requires strong technical accounting skills, the ability to work independently, and a methodical approach in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare and post journal entries Assist in the reconciliation of bank statements, supplier and customer accounts, and other balance sheet items. Support the production of monthly and weekly cash flow report Assist with the preparation of supporting documentation for audits and internal reviews. Assist in preparation, review and analysis of the monthly management accounts for the Group Company, including profit and loss reports, providing commentary and analysis. Assist in forecasting Assist in the production of annual overheads budget Support the wider finance team and provide cover as when required Assist in operating and improving internal controls within finance Ad hoc projects as and when required by senior management Supporting month-end processes Person Specification Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in month-end close Strong understanding of financial accounting principles Experience with Cashflow forecasting Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong organisational skills with a methodical and detail-oriented approach At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

3-Month Contract A leading and well-established professional services organisation is seeking an experienced BTE Credit Controller to join their finance team on an interim basis.This role sits within a specialist revenue function focused on BTE income, ensuring that payments are secured prior to service or policy activation, supporting both cash flow and risk mitigation. BTE experience is required to be considered for this role. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for managing and enforcing pre-event credit control processes, ensuring that income is received before services are delivered or cover is activated. Key responsibilities will include: Managing pre-payment processes to ensure funds are received ahead of policy inception or service delivery Proactively contacting clients, brokers, and internal stakeholders to secure outstanding BTE payments Monitoring upcoming activation dates to prevent services commencing without payment Working closely with sales, underwriting, or operational teams to hold or release services based on payment status Investigating and resolving payment queries efficiently to avoid delays in activation Producing and monitoring reports focused on pre-event income and outstanding prepayments Supporting process improvements to strengthen front-end financial controls Reducing financial risk by preventing debt from arising rather than recovering it About You The successful candidate will: Have proven experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or revenue management, ideally within a BTE or prepayment-led environment Be confident managing stakeholder relationships across finance, sales, and operations Demonstrate a proactive, preventative approach to credit control Possess strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines linked to service or policy start dates Be confident working with finance systems and Excel to an intermediate level Be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, process-driven environment Additional Information Based in Bristol with hybrid working Immediate start preferred Competitive daily or hourly rate Opportunity to contribute to a well-structured and commercially focused finance function Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to step into a specialist BTE-focused role, where you will play a key part in protecting revenue and improving cash flow through proactive credit control practices. 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

Sewell Wallis are exclusively working with a fast-growing, scaling manufacturing business in Sheffield, South Yorkshire to secure a Senior Financial Accountant. This role would be ideal for a second or third mover from Practice. The company have received two rounds of investment in the last 5 years, with exciting projects and improvements currently underway - this is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced business that offers fantastic potential for career development within the company. As Senior Financial Accountant you'll need to be technically strong, as you'll have sole ownership of the statutory reporting (with the support of an external accountant) and lead on external audits, to support the Head of Finance in post with more technical aspects of the annual reporting. What will you be doing? Oversee full month end close process, including management accounts, inventory valuations, balance sheet reconciliations and all other reporting, ensuring completion within strict group reporting deadlines (5 days). Cashflow forecasting and working capital management Responsibility for end-to-end financial processes and procedures Ensure the production of timely, accurate financial and operational performance reports to the senior leadership team Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards Ongoing development of ERP and other reporting platforms Financial compliance lead for Tax, and both internal & external Audit requirements Developing, supporting, and mentoring 3 finance team members What skills are we looking for? Qualified finacial accountant (ACA or ACCA preferably) Background in Practice (& Audit) UK GAAP, IFRS and statutory accounting are essential Team management experience Strong IT skills (including Excel) What's on offer? Competitive salary of 60,000- 70,000 Generous quarterly bonus Healthcare 25 days of annual leave with bank holidays off too Secure onsite parking Flexible working hours, 7:30am-6:30pm Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil 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.