Interim Lead for Dorset Local Plan Local Government Experience Up to 650 to 900 per Day Inside IR35 6 months potential for extending. Must be able to attend site in Dorchester/Dorset 3 to 4 days a week. About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. We are looking for an Interim Lead for the Dorset Local Plan. You will report jointly to the Corporate Director for Planning and the Executive Director for Economy and Environment. For the purpose of the Local Plan, you will manage the Service Manager for Spatial Planning and the teams that report to her, with approximately 50 employees. Your objective is to lead Dorset's work to deliver a new Local Plan under the new NPPF and a new Design Guide for Dorset. Working with the Corporate Director and the Service Manager for Spatial Planning, you will: Establish a critical path timescale and robust project management arrangements for the new Local Plan. Drive forward tangible progress on the new Local Plan and Design Guide for Dorset, leading through the project management arrangements you have put in place. Ensure that the resources of the Spatial Planning Team and the wider Planning Department are geared towards the primary objectives of producing a new Local Plan. Work closely with the Cabinet Member for Planning, Councillor committees, and the Executive Director. Managing your work diary in such a way as to maximise your face-to-face working time with these senior stakeholders. You will work with other members of the Planning Department, colleagues across the Council and externally in so far as this reflects your role as Interim Lead for the Dorset Local Plan. You will comply with the Council's financial, procurement and health and safety regulations. Experience:- Significant experience in a senior role within Strategic Planning. A demonstrative record of delivery, particularly in respect of the production and adoption of Local Plans. Significant experience of engaging, guiding and influencing senior and statutory officers on complex strategic planning and transport matters. Experience of leading, inspiring and motivating teams, colleagues and partners to drive services forward, achieving high quality delivery with reducing resources. Ability to successfully influence key decision makers and stakeholders at senior levels, both internal and external to the Council. Good understanding of the political context at regional and local level and working with Elected Members in a constructive and sensitive way. Ability to quickly build credibility with senior managers and stakeholders. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Jun 15, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Lead for Dorset Local Plan Local Government Experience Up to 650 to 900 per Day Inside IR35 6 months potential for extending. Must be able to attend site in Dorchester/Dorset 3 to 4 days a week. About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders. We are looking for an Interim Lead for the Dorset Local Plan. You will report jointly to the Corporate Director for Planning and the Executive Director for Economy and Environment. For the purpose of the Local Plan, you will manage the Service Manager for Spatial Planning and the teams that report to her, with approximately 50 employees. Your objective is to lead Dorset's work to deliver a new Local Plan under the new NPPF and a new Design Guide for Dorset. Working with the Corporate Director and the Service Manager for Spatial Planning, you will: Establish a critical path timescale and robust project management arrangements for the new Local Plan. Drive forward tangible progress on the new Local Plan and Design Guide for Dorset, leading through the project management arrangements you have put in place. Ensure that the resources of the Spatial Planning Team and the wider Planning Department are geared towards the primary objectives of producing a new Local Plan. Work closely with the Cabinet Member for Planning, Councillor committees, and the Executive Director. Managing your work diary in such a way as to maximise your face-to-face working time with these senior stakeholders. You will work with other members of the Planning Department, colleagues across the Council and externally in so far as this reflects your role as Interim Lead for the Dorset Local Plan. You will comply with the Council's financial, procurement and health and safety regulations. Experience:- Significant experience in a senior role within Strategic Planning. A demonstrative record of delivery, particularly in respect of the production and adoption of Local Plans. Significant experience of engaging, guiding and influencing senior and statutory officers on complex strategic planning and transport matters. Experience of leading, inspiring and motivating teams, colleagues and partners to drive services forward, achieving high quality delivery with reducing resources. Ability to successfully influence key decision makers and stakeholders at senior levels, both internal and external to the Council. Good understanding of the political context at regional and local level and working with Elected Members in a constructive and sensitive way. Ability to quickly build credibility with senior managers and stakeholders. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
The role of Interim Payroll Manager in the property industry requires expertise in managing payroll operations and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Based in Manchester, this temporary position is ideal for professionals with a strong accounting and finance background. Client Details This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation within the property sector. As a global company, they are known as a market leader in their sector and currently going through an exciting period of expansion. Description The Payroll Manager role is initially a 6 month contract and will be Hybrid working- 3 days in Salford office/2 remote. Reporting to the HR Director the role will manager a team of Payroll Seniors/Assistants. Key duties will include: Oversee and manage the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing. Ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations and statutory requirements. Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee payroll queries promptly. Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting. Supervise and guide payroll staff, ensuring high standards of performance. Prepare and submit payroll reports to senior management as needed. Review and improve payroll processes for greater efficiency and accuracy. Stay updated with changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments. Profile In order to apply for the role you should: Have previous experience in a Payroll Manager role Have experience of managing a team and overseeing end to end Payroll processes Be able to consider a 6 month contract initially Be able to commute 3 days per week to Salford office in Manchester Job Offer Hybrid working- 3 days in Salford office/2 remote Opportunity for role to be extended
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
The role of Interim Payroll Manager in the property industry requires expertise in managing payroll operations and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Based in Manchester, this temporary position is ideal for professionals with a strong accounting and finance background. Client Details This is an opportunity to join a well-established organisation within the property sector. As a global company, they are known as a market leader in their sector and currently going through an exciting period of expansion. Description The Payroll Manager role is initially a 6 month contract and will be Hybrid working- 3 days in Salford office/2 remote. Reporting to the HR Director the role will manager a team of Payroll Seniors/Assistants. Key duties will include: Oversee and manage the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing. Ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations and statutory requirements. Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee payroll queries promptly. Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting. Supervise and guide payroll staff, ensuring high standards of performance. Prepare and submit payroll reports to senior management as needed. Review and improve payroll processes for greater efficiency and accuracy. Stay updated with changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary adjustments. Profile In order to apply for the role you should: Have previous experience in a Payroll Manager role Have experience of managing a team and overseeing end to end Payroll processes Be able to consider a 6 month contract initially Be able to commute 3 days per week to Salford office in Manchester Job Offer Hybrid working- 3 days in Salford office/2 remote Opportunity for role to be extended
Job Type: Internal Communications Manager Contract Type: Temporary Location: Hybrid working (Gateshead, Tyne and Wear) Rate: £21.65 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm) Start Date: 21 June 2026 End Date: 18 December 2026 About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Internal Communications Manager to join Gateshead Council's Communications team for a six-month assignment. Reporting to the Head of Communications and Engagement, you will lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive internal communications and colleague engagement strategy that supports Gateshead Council's strategic priorities and organisational culture. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of a Council-wide colleague engagement strategy aligned to organisational priorities and cultural ambitions. Act as the strategic lead for internal communications, advising senior leaders, directors and elected members on best practice approaches. Design and deliver engagement campaigns and initiatives that improve staff understanding, involvement and pride in the organisation. Review, modernise and optimise all internal communication channels, including the intranet, email communications, leadership communications and face-to-face engagement activities, ensuring they are effective and user-focused. Develop a clear internal communications framework, including governance, planning, evaluation and messaging consistency. Lead on major organisational communications, including transformation programmes, change activity and corporate priorities. Use insight and data, including staff surveys and analytics, to shape activity and measure impact while embedding continuous improvement. Ensure all communications are clear, inclusive and accessible. What You Need to be Successful Knowledge Essential Knowledge of internal communications and employee engagement strategy development. Understanding of best practice in organisational communications and change communications. Experience of using effective multi-channel internal communications approaches. Understanding of large, complex organisations. Knowledge of the public sector context would be advantageous. QualificationsEssential Degree or professional qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. ExperienceEssential Significant experience leading and delivering internal communications and engagement strategies at a senior level. Experience advising senior leaders and stakeholders on strategic communications. Experience managing organisational change communications and complex programmes. Experience developing and improving internal communication channels and platforms. Ability to use insight, analytics and benchmarking to measure and demonstrate impact. Strong content creation skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging messages. Experience leading cross-organisational projects and delivering outcomes through others. Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at senior level. Desirable Experience working within local government or a similarly complex public sector organisaton. Experience managing teams or leading a communications function. Apply now Email: (url removed) Telephone: (phone number removed)
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Job Type: Internal Communications Manager Contract Type: Temporary Location: Hybrid working (Gateshead, Tyne and Wear) Rate: £21.65 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm) Start Date: 21 June 2026 End Date: 18 December 2026 About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Internal Communications Manager to join Gateshead Council's Communications team for a six-month assignment. Reporting to the Head of Communications and Engagement, you will lead the development and delivery of a comprehensive internal communications and colleague engagement strategy that supports Gateshead Council's strategic priorities and organisational culture. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of a Council-wide colleague engagement strategy aligned to organisational priorities and cultural ambitions. Act as the strategic lead for internal communications, advising senior leaders, directors and elected members on best practice approaches. Design and deliver engagement campaigns and initiatives that improve staff understanding, involvement and pride in the organisation. Review, modernise and optimise all internal communication channels, including the intranet, email communications, leadership communications and face-to-face engagement activities, ensuring they are effective and user-focused. Develop a clear internal communications framework, including governance, planning, evaluation and messaging consistency. Lead on major organisational communications, including transformation programmes, change activity and corporate priorities. Use insight and data, including staff surveys and analytics, to shape activity and measure impact while embedding continuous improvement. Ensure all communications are clear, inclusive and accessible. What You Need to be Successful Knowledge Essential Knowledge of internal communications and employee engagement strategy development. Understanding of best practice in organisational communications and change communications. Experience of using effective multi-channel internal communications approaches. Understanding of large, complex organisations. Knowledge of the public sector context would be advantageous. QualificationsEssential Degree or professional qualification in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. ExperienceEssential Significant experience leading and delivering internal communications and engagement strategies at a senior level. Experience advising senior leaders and stakeholders on strategic communications. Experience managing organisational change communications and complex programmes. Experience developing and improving internal communication channels and platforms. Ability to use insight, analytics and benchmarking to measure and demonstrate impact. Strong content creation skills with the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging messages. Experience leading cross-organisational projects and delivering outcomes through others. Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at senior level. Desirable Experience working within local government or a similarly complex public sector organisaton. Experience managing teams or leading a communications function. Apply now Email: (url removed) Telephone: (phone number removed)
Position: HRA Interim Senior Lead Compliance Location: Deane Depot, Taunton, TA219AD Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Month Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £ 369.68 per day Job Ref: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead and manage the property compliance service across multiple housing sites Ensure full compliance with legislation, government policy, regulatory requirements, and approved codes of practice Provide strategic leadership as part of the senior leadership team within the directorate Act as technical lead for all property safety compliance areas, including: Fire safety Asbestos management Gas safety Electrical safety Water hygiene (Legionella) Radon and lifts Oversee statutory inspections and ensure timely completion to avoid risk to life, property, and reputation Lead procurement and management of compliance-related contracts and ensure governance standards are met Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure effective reporting systems are in place Lead internal and external audits and ensure actions are implemented within agreed timescales Ensure fire safety compliance across the housing stock, including implementation of best practice and inquiry recommendations Manage budgets effectively, including planning, monitoring, and delivery of works Set and monitor performance standards and service improvement targets Manage contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and timely delivery of works Undertake site inspections and oversee remedial works where required Lead on policy development for property compliance areas Provide advice to elected members, senior leaders, regulators, and stakeholders Support organisational change programmes and continuous service improvement Manage, develop, and support staff through performance, coaching, and mentoring Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and organisational policies Person Specification Must-Have Requirements Relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate) or equivalent experience Qualifications or training in asbestos management (P405) and water hygiene/Legionella (P901) Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building regulations Proven experience in property compliance within a social housing or local authority setting Experience managing fire safety and risk assessment processes Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams in a complex organisation Strong budget management experience Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to produce clear reports, policies, and procedures Competent in Microsoft Office applications Strong understanding of statutory compliance requirements Nice-to-Have Requirements Membership of professional bodies (e.g. IOSH, BOHS) Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent) Degree in construction, housing, or related field Experience within local government Knowledge of equality and diversity legislation in service delivery Experience in strategic service planning and transformation projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
Jun 15, 2026
Contractor
Position: HRA Interim Senior Lead Compliance Location: Deane Depot, Taunton, TA219AD Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ Month Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £ 369.68 per day Job Ref: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead and manage the property compliance service across multiple housing sites Ensure full compliance with legislation, government policy, regulatory requirements, and approved codes of practice Provide strategic leadership as part of the senior leadership team within the directorate Act as technical lead for all property safety compliance areas, including: Fire safety Asbestos management Gas safety Electrical safety Water hygiene (Legionella) Radon and lifts Oversee statutory inspections and ensure timely completion to avoid risk to life, property, and reputation Lead procurement and management of compliance-related contracts and ensure governance standards are met Maintain accurate compliance records and ensure effective reporting systems are in place Lead internal and external audits and ensure actions are implemented within agreed timescales Ensure fire safety compliance across the housing stock, including implementation of best practice and inquiry recommendations Manage budgets effectively, including planning, monitoring, and delivery of works Set and monitor performance standards and service improvement targets Manage contractors to ensure safe, compliant, and timely delivery of works Undertake site inspections and oversee remedial works where required Lead on policy development for property compliance areas Provide advice to elected members, senior leaders, regulators, and stakeholders Support organisational change programmes and continuous service improvement Manage, develop, and support staff through performance, coaching, and mentoring Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and organisational policies Person Specification Must-Have Requirements Relevant professional qualification (e.g. NEBOSH General Certificate) or equivalent experience Qualifications or training in asbestos management (P405) and water hygiene/Legionella (P901) Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and building regulations Proven experience in property compliance within a social housing or local authority setting Experience managing fire safety and risk assessment processes Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams in a complex organisation Strong budget management experience Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills Ability to produce clear reports, policies, and procedures Competent in Microsoft Office applications Strong understanding of statutory compliance requirements Nice-to-Have Requirements Membership of professional bodies (e.g. IOSH, BOHS) Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent) Degree in construction, housing, or related field Experience within local government Knowledge of equality and diversity legislation in service delivery Experience in strategic service planning and transformation projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.
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.
Jun 15, 2026
Seasonal
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.
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.
Jun 15, 2026
Full time
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.
Interim HRA Compliance Lead £515 per day Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) Initial 3-month contract with a view to extend Somerset Council Somerset Council are seeking an experienced Interim HRA Compliance Lead to oversee all property compliance activity across a housing portfolio of over 6,000 council-owned buildings. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance across all statutory property safety areas including fire, asbestos, legionella, gas, electrical, lifts and radon, while driving service improvement and regulatory assurance across the Housing Directorate. Key Responsibilities Lead the Housing Compliance service across all property safety areas Ensure compliance with current legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice Lead on fire safety compliance and implementation of recommendations from national reviews, including Grenfell-related actions Oversee compliance contracts, audits, remedial works and procurement activity Maintain accurate compliance records and reporting systems Provide technical advice to senior leadership, members and stakeholders Manage specialist compliance teams and support operational performance Oversee compliance budgets and delivery of works programmes Support wider housing refurbishment and planned works activity About You You will have extensive experience managing property compliance within a social housing or local authority environment, alongside strong technical knowledge of housing safety legislation and regulatory requirements. Essential experience includes: Residential fire safety and FRA management Minimum 3 years' local government experience managing housing compliance contracts and programmes Leadership of operational teams and budget management Producing and implementing compliance policies and procedures Essential qualifications include: P405 Asbestos Management P901 Water Hygiene / Legionella NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent experience Desirable: IOSH or BOHS membership PRINCE2 or equivalent CIH qualification Degree in construction or related field Regular travel across Somerset is required, alongside occasional emergency and out-of-hours response cover. For more information or a confidential discussion, please share your CV for consideration.
Jun 14, 2026
Contractor
Interim HRA Compliance Lead £515 per day Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) Initial 3-month contract with a view to extend Somerset Council Somerset Council are seeking an experienced Interim HRA Compliance Lead to oversee all property compliance activity across a housing portfolio of over 6,000 council-owned buildings. This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring compliance across all statutory property safety areas including fire, asbestos, legionella, gas, electrical, lifts and radon, while driving service improvement and regulatory assurance across the Housing Directorate. Key Responsibilities Lead the Housing Compliance service across all property safety areas Ensure compliance with current legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice Lead on fire safety compliance and implementation of recommendations from national reviews, including Grenfell-related actions Oversee compliance contracts, audits, remedial works and procurement activity Maintain accurate compliance records and reporting systems Provide technical advice to senior leadership, members and stakeholders Manage specialist compliance teams and support operational performance Oversee compliance budgets and delivery of works programmes Support wider housing refurbishment and planned works activity About You You will have extensive experience managing property compliance within a social housing or local authority environment, alongside strong technical knowledge of housing safety legislation and regulatory requirements. Essential experience includes: Residential fire safety and FRA management Minimum 3 years' local government experience managing housing compliance contracts and programmes Leadership of operational teams and budget management Producing and implementing compliance policies and procedures Essential qualifications include: P405 Asbestos Management P901 Water Hygiene / Legionella NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent experience Desirable: IOSH or BOHS membership PRINCE2 or equivalent CIH qualification Degree in construction or related field Regular travel across Somerset is required, alongside occasional emergency and out-of-hours response cover. For more information or a confidential discussion, please share your CV for consideration.
Sewell Wallis are currently working with a growing and fast-paced business based in Barnsley, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who enjoys working in a hands-on role and is looking to build on their existing skillset and develop professionally. Working within a high-volume finance environment, you will play a key role across reconciliations, purchase ledger and payments, whilst also gaining valuable exposure to month-end processes and management accounts support. The business can offer genuine long-term development, making this an ideal role for someone looking to progress beyond transactional finance over time. Please note, this is a fully office-based role. What will you be doing? Completing daily bank reconciliations across GBP and USD accounts, including posting monies in and out and investigating discrepancies. Reconciling PayPal, Sage Pay and other payment platforms, ensuring all balances are accurate and up to date. Processing supplier invoices and credit notes, matching invoices to purchase orders and goods received where applicable. Obtaining and reconciling supplier statements, resolving invoice disputes and liaising with suppliers to manage queries effectively. Reviewing and monitoring purchase orders, setting up new supplier accounts and managing supplier remittances in line with company procedures. Running weekly and monthly supplier payment runs, processing urgent payments and supporting international payment activity. Processing employee expenses, maintaining petty cash records and ensuring all expenditure is coded accurately and appropriately authorised. Providing support with Credit Control activities when required, including chasing overdue payments and maintaining strong customer relationships. Reconciling company credit cards, reviewing expenditure and ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and complete. Supporting intercompany accounting processes, ensuring balances reconcile correctly and reporting requirements are maintained. Working closely with overseas suppliers and supporting import and logistics-related finance activities, including reviewing and querying import and duty declarations. Assisting with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed assets and supporting management accounts preparation as experience develops. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role. Strong Purchase Ledger, reconciliation and transactional finance experience. Excellent Excel skills are essential, including confident use of SUMIFS & XLOOKUP and/or VLOOKUP. Experience reconciling bank accounts and payment platforms. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability. Confident communicating with suppliers and customers. Ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Sage or similar systems would be advantageous. Experience with foreign currency or international transactions would be beneficial. AAT qualified or studying would be desirable, but not essential. What's on offer? Free onsite parking. Pension scheme. 20 days holiday plus bank holidays. Opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive finance team. Genuine long-term progression into month-end and management accounts responsibilities. Varied and hands-on finance role with real ownership and development potential. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can develop your accounting career further, please apply below or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Jun 14, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis are currently working with a growing and fast-paced business based in Barnsley, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who enjoys working in a hands-on role and is looking to build on their existing skillset and develop professionally. Working within a high-volume finance environment, you will play a key role across reconciliations, purchase ledger and payments, whilst also gaining valuable exposure to month-end processes and management accounts support. The business can offer genuine long-term development, making this an ideal role for someone looking to progress beyond transactional finance over time. Please note, this is a fully office-based role. What will you be doing? Completing daily bank reconciliations across GBP and USD accounts, including posting monies in and out and investigating discrepancies. Reconciling PayPal, Sage Pay and other payment platforms, ensuring all balances are accurate and up to date. Processing supplier invoices and credit notes, matching invoices to purchase orders and goods received where applicable. Obtaining and reconciling supplier statements, resolving invoice disputes and liaising with suppliers to manage queries effectively. Reviewing and monitoring purchase orders, setting up new supplier accounts and managing supplier remittances in line with company procedures. Running weekly and monthly supplier payment runs, processing urgent payments and supporting international payment activity. Processing employee expenses, maintaining petty cash records and ensuring all expenditure is coded accurately and appropriately authorised. Providing support with Credit Control activities when required, including chasing overdue payments and maintaining strong customer relationships. Reconciling company credit cards, reviewing expenditure and ensuring supporting documentation is accurate and complete. Supporting intercompany accounting processes, ensuring balances reconcile correctly and reporting requirements are maintained. Working closely with overseas suppliers and supporting import and logistics-related finance activities, including reviewing and querying import and duty declarations. Assisting with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed assets and supporting management accounts preparation as experience develops. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role. Strong Purchase Ledger, reconciliation and transactional finance experience. Excellent Excel skills are essential, including confident use of SUMIFS & XLOOKUP and/or VLOOKUP. Experience reconciling bank accounts and payment platforms. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability. Confident communicating with suppliers and customers. Ability to manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Sage or similar systems would be advantageous. Experience with foreign currency or international transactions would be beneficial. AAT qualified or studying would be desirable, but not essential. What's on offer? Free onsite parking. Pension scheme. 20 days holiday plus bank holidays. Opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive finance team. Genuine long-term progression into month-end and management accounts responsibilities. Varied and hands-on finance role with real ownership and development potential. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can develop your accounting career further, please apply below or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis are delighted to be working with a fantastic business based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, who are recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation operating within a highly innovative sector, whilst enjoying numerous great benefits. You'll also be joining a great team, where collaboration, flexibility and team culture are genuinely valued. This is a busy and varied role, where you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day success of the transactional finance function. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Accounts Payable professional with strong communication skills, and be confident working in a busy team environment and dealing with high volumes. What will you be doing? Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. Managing the Accounts Payable inbox and responding to supplier queries. Tracking and logging invoices for payment processing. Setting up new suppliers and maintaining accurate supplier records. Supporting weekly payment runs. Assisting with VAT tracking and ensuring invoice compliance. Supporting daily banking duties, including bank reconciliations. Assisting with weekly reconciliations and finance reporting. Supporting aged debt reporting and transactional reconciliations. Assisting with KPI reporting and finance performance updates. Producing customer invoices and statements. Supporting Accounts Receivable queries and inbox management. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or a similar transactional finance role. Strong Excel and finance systems skills, with Dynamics 365 experience being highly advantageous. AAT studying or qualified is desirable, although not essential. Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Confident communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. A proactive, adaptable and positive approach to work. What's on offer? Hybrid working - 2 days working from home. Flexible working hours. Bonus scheme. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 6% pension contribution. 4x annual salary life assurance. Private medical and dental insurance. Cycle to work scheme and EV car scheme. Shopping discounts and home & tech scheme. The opportunity to join a supportive business with a fantastic culture and genuine long-term career prospects. If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a thriving organisation with an excellent culture and strong employee benefits, please apply below or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis are delighted to be working with a fantastic business based in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, who are recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation operating within a highly innovative sector, whilst enjoying numerous great benefits. You'll also be joining a great team, where collaboration, flexibility and team culture are genuinely valued. This is a busy and varied role, where you will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day success of the transactional finance function. The ideal candidate will be an experienced Accounts Payable professional with strong communication skills, and be confident working in a busy team environment and dealing with high volumes. What will you be doing? Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. Managing the Accounts Payable inbox and responding to supplier queries. Tracking and logging invoices for payment processing. Setting up new suppliers and maintaining accurate supplier records. Supporting weekly payment runs. Assisting with VAT tracking and ensuring invoice compliance. Supporting daily banking duties, including bank reconciliations. Assisting with weekly reconciliations and finance reporting. Supporting aged debt reporting and transactional reconciliations. Assisting with KPI reporting and finance performance updates. Producing customer invoices and statements. Supporting Accounts Receivable queries and inbox management. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or a similar transactional finance role. Strong Excel and finance systems skills, with Dynamics 365 experience being highly advantageous. AAT studying or qualified is desirable, although not essential. Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Confident communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. A proactive, adaptable and positive approach to work. What's on offer? Hybrid working - 2 days working from home. Flexible working hours. Bonus scheme. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 6% pension contribution. 4x annual salary life assurance. Private medical and dental insurance. Cycle to work scheme and EV car scheme. Shopping discounts and home & tech scheme. The opportunity to join a supportive business with a fantastic culture and genuine long-term career prospects. If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a thriving organisation with an excellent culture and strong employee benefits, please apply below or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit an Administrative Support Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Purpose of post: To provide a comprehensive and administrative support service for managers and staff across ASC. Administrative support officers in ASC are committed to the achievement of departmental service objectives and priorities. They provide support to all staff within ASC, co-ordinating specific tasks and activities across the service as well as the co-ordination of systems and process to ensure ASC services can be delivered efficiently and effectively. Key Responsibilities: Provide business and administrative support to ASC, including managers and staff, to ensure the effective performance and delivery of service priorities. Provide administrative support to ASC managers and staff including dealing with enquiries, telephone calls, reception duties, contacts with service users and other LBC departments, taking a proactive, customer focus approach to achieving good outcomes for service users and their carers. Process invoices, ordering and other budgetary tasks for authorization to maintain the financial operations of the service including banking payroll and maintaining appropriate financial records. Liaise with other LBC departments to ensure timely and efficient financial administrative processes. Under the direction of managers, maintain and collate management information to monitor and meet team and service quality and performance standards. Assist managers in analyzing and interrogating performance reporting and exception reports. Assist with audits of ASC work for managers. Assist ASC staff in arranging meetings and co-ordinating arrangements for attendance. To attend meetings where required, taking minutes at these meetings and distributing them as directed. Prepare and finalize all relevant paperwork requirements for meetings. Assist and support managers in the recruitment of staff by co-ordinating interview arrangements and following up administrative HR processes that may be required. Undertake any other work commensurate with L4 grade that supports the functioning and development of ASC and the People Directorate e.g. specific projects, pieces of priority working or service reviews. About You: Demonstrate experience of providing administrative support and competence in the use of IT systems, Word and Excel spreadsheet packages, administrative procedures, including experience of collating data to monitor performance and quality Demonstrate experience of financial administration and use of computer based financial recording systems Demonstrate a good standard of written and oral communication skills. This post will involve liaison with team managers, fieldwork staff, colleagues in the department, and members of the public and external agencies Ability to work flexibly to service demands and cope with conflicting pressures Time management skills with an ability to work on your own initiative to meet given deadlines Able to communicate with a wide range of people in a professional courteous and sensitive manner, maintaining confidentially where necessary Able to self-organize and prioritize workload for completion within given time scales Able to work flexibly and as an effective team member to contribute to ASC services RSA 2 or WP Level 2 or equivalent experience It/MIS Systems, WP and spreadsheet packages, administrative procedures, including using database Able to work from various locations throughout the Borough as required Able to work occasional additional hours, in agreement with a line manager, to meet service needs About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit an Administrative Support Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Purpose of post: To provide a comprehensive and administrative support service for managers and staff across ASC. Administrative support officers in ASC are committed to the achievement of departmental service objectives and priorities. They provide support to all staff within ASC, co-ordinating specific tasks and activities across the service as well as the co-ordination of systems and process to ensure ASC services can be delivered efficiently and effectively. Key Responsibilities: Provide business and administrative support to ASC, including managers and staff, to ensure the effective performance and delivery of service priorities. Provide administrative support to ASC managers and staff including dealing with enquiries, telephone calls, reception duties, contacts with service users and other LBC departments, taking a proactive, customer focus approach to achieving good outcomes for service users and their carers. Process invoices, ordering and other budgetary tasks for authorization to maintain the financial operations of the service including banking payroll and maintaining appropriate financial records. Liaise with other LBC departments to ensure timely and efficient financial administrative processes. Under the direction of managers, maintain and collate management information to monitor and meet team and service quality and performance standards. Assist managers in analyzing and interrogating performance reporting and exception reports. Assist with audits of ASC work for managers. Assist ASC staff in arranging meetings and co-ordinating arrangements for attendance. To attend meetings where required, taking minutes at these meetings and distributing them as directed. Prepare and finalize all relevant paperwork requirements for meetings. Assist and support managers in the recruitment of staff by co-ordinating interview arrangements and following up administrative HR processes that may be required. Undertake any other work commensurate with L4 grade that supports the functioning and development of ASC and the People Directorate e.g. specific projects, pieces of priority working or service reviews. About You: Demonstrate experience of providing administrative support and competence in the use of IT systems, Word and Excel spreadsheet packages, administrative procedures, including experience of collating data to monitor performance and quality Demonstrate experience of financial administration and use of computer based financial recording systems Demonstrate a good standard of written and oral communication skills. This post will involve liaison with team managers, fieldwork staff, colleagues in the department, and members of the public and external agencies Ability to work flexibly to service demands and cope with conflicting pressures Time management skills with an ability to work on your own initiative to meet given deadlines Able to communicate with a wide range of people in a professional courteous and sensitive manner, maintaining confidentially where necessary Able to self-organize and prioritize workload for completion within given time scales Able to work flexibly and as an effective team member to contribute to ASC services RSA 2 or WP Level 2 or equivalent experience It/MIS Systems, WP and spreadsheet packages, administrative procedures, including using database Able to work from various locations throughout the Borough as required Able to work occasional additional hours, in agreement with a line manager, to meet service needs About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Personal Assistant on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Provide effective secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Management team and undertake specific support tasks as required. You will be responsible to: Draft and originate correspondence and reports (including committee reports) on behalf of the Service Director, from rough drafts or following broad guidelines. Exercise personal judgement in ensuring that written communications are accurate, unambiguous and fluent. Collect, analyse and interpret statistical and other management information, manipulating and presenting data in a comprehensible format. Operate within guidelines as set by the Service Director. Receive and filter incoming telephone calls for the from a wide range of sources including senior management, elected Members, VIPs, other statutory agencies and the general public. Exercise judgement in the prioritisation of calls, dealing with matters within own remit and/or referring calls as necessary to ensure continuity. Initiate own calls where necessary exercising tact, discretion and courtesy. Utilise a range of IT applications including word-processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. Process work to high standards and strict deadlines. Maintain the Senior Management's diaries through prioritisation, allocation and organisation of appointments within a scheduled work programme. Liaise with Members, Officers and external organisations to ensure that all appropriate arrangements are made for meetings, seminars and conferences, organising travel and accommodation as necessary. Under direction of the Business Improvement Manager - Business Support, provide administrative and organisational support to ad-hoc and on-going projects and other defined tasks. Skills and Experience: Effective and credible communicator, able to deal with a wide-range of people in a courteous but assertive manner Able to produce clear, accurate unambiguous understandable and grammatically correct documents Competent in use of word-processing/spreadsheets/E-Mail packages Work closely to organisational priorities and deadlines - able to progress and facilitate matters Able to work on own initiative, make informed judgement without frequent recourse to management Ability quickly to learn, understand and apply the intricacies of operation of the functions within the directorate NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience Able to travel around the borough to attend meetings or events Able to adjust working hours to meet the demand of the service About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Connect2Luton are excited to recruit a Personal Assistant on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Provide effective secretarial and administrative support to the Senior Management team and undertake specific support tasks as required. You will be responsible to: Draft and originate correspondence and reports (including committee reports) on behalf of the Service Director, from rough drafts or following broad guidelines. Exercise personal judgement in ensuring that written communications are accurate, unambiguous and fluent. Collect, analyse and interpret statistical and other management information, manipulating and presenting data in a comprehensible format. Operate within guidelines as set by the Service Director. Receive and filter incoming telephone calls for the from a wide range of sources including senior management, elected Members, VIPs, other statutory agencies and the general public. Exercise judgement in the prioritisation of calls, dealing with matters within own remit and/or referring calls as necessary to ensure continuity. Initiate own calls where necessary exercising tact, discretion and courtesy. Utilise a range of IT applications including word-processing, spreadsheets and e-mail. Process work to high standards and strict deadlines. Maintain the Senior Management's diaries through prioritisation, allocation and organisation of appointments within a scheduled work programme. Liaise with Members, Officers and external organisations to ensure that all appropriate arrangements are made for meetings, seminars and conferences, organising travel and accommodation as necessary. Under direction of the Business Improvement Manager - Business Support, provide administrative and organisational support to ad-hoc and on-going projects and other defined tasks. Skills and Experience: Effective and credible communicator, able to deal with a wide-range of people in a courteous but assertive manner Able to produce clear, accurate unambiguous understandable and grammatically correct documents Competent in use of word-processing/spreadsheets/E-Mail packages Work closely to organisational priorities and deadlines - able to progress and facilitate matters Able to work on own initiative, make informed judgement without frequent recourse to management Ability quickly to learn, understand and apply the intricacies of operation of the functions within the directorate NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience Able to travel around the borough to attend meetings or events Able to adjust working hours to meet the demand of the service About Us Luton Borough Council have partnered with Kent County Council to create Connect2Luton, a recruitment managed service for all contingent temporary agency, contract, and interim roles at the Council. Our heritage and being local government owned which means we have a wealth of knowledge and expertise within the public sector, with many of our employees having previously worked for the Council or have supplied previously into the Council, for several years. We are an equal opportunities employment agency and business that positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Connect2Luton is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Luton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Are you an ambitious Financial Controller looking for the opportunity to step into a Finance Director role in the future? Sewell Wallis is partnering with a well-established, family-owned e-commerce business with over 30 years of trading history. Supplying products to a range of recognised retail brands, the business is currently navigating a challenging period and is seeking a commercially minded finance leader who can help drive change, improve performance and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the company. This is far more than a traditional finance position. You'll join a close-knit Senior Leadership Team and be given the platform to influence strategic decisions, challenge existing processes and make a genuine impact across the organisation. For the right individual, there is a clear pathway to progress into a Finance Director position. What will you be doing? Working closely with the Managing Director and wider leadership team, your responsibilities will include: Leading and developing a small finance team Taking full ownership of the preparation and delivery of financial accounts Managing banking relationships, foreign currency transactions and cash flow forecasting Reviewing and strengthening financial controls, processes and reporting procedures Identifying operational improvements and implementing meaningful change across the business Reviewing supplier and service contracts, leading renegotiations where appropriate Analysing costs, margins and profitability to support commercial decision-making Contributing to the long-term strategic planning and growth of the business Playing a key role in monthly management and leadership meetings What skills do we need? We're looking for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys being hands-on and influencing business performance. You will ideally have: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (qualified by experience candidates with relevant expertise will also be considered) Previous experience within an e-commerce environment Strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience partnering with operational teams and senior stakeholders Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate others The drive and ambition to progress into a future Finance Director role What's On Offer? 60,000 - 80,000 salary, depending on experience Clear progression pathway to Finance Director 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day from home) Private healthcare Opportunity to play a genuine role in transforming and shaping the future of the business If you're looking for a position where your influence will be felt across the entire organisation and where you can build a long-term leadership career, we'd love to hear from you. 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.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Are you an ambitious Financial Controller looking for the opportunity to step into a Finance Director role in the future? Sewell Wallis is partnering with a well-established, family-owned e-commerce business with over 30 years of trading history. Supplying products to a range of recognised retail brands, the business is currently navigating a challenging period and is seeking a commercially minded finance leader who can help drive change, improve performance and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the company. This is far more than a traditional finance position. You'll join a close-knit Senior Leadership Team and be given the platform to influence strategic decisions, challenge existing processes and make a genuine impact across the organisation. For the right individual, there is a clear pathway to progress into a Finance Director position. What will you be doing? Working closely with the Managing Director and wider leadership team, your responsibilities will include: Leading and developing a small finance team Taking full ownership of the preparation and delivery of financial accounts Managing banking relationships, foreign currency transactions and cash flow forecasting Reviewing and strengthening financial controls, processes and reporting procedures Identifying operational improvements and implementing meaningful change across the business Reviewing supplier and service contracts, leading renegotiations where appropriate Analysing costs, margins and profitability to support commercial decision-making Contributing to the long-term strategic planning and growth of the business Playing a key role in monthly management and leadership meetings What skills do we need? We're looking for a commercially focused finance professional who enjoys being hands-on and influencing business performance. You will ideally have: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (qualified by experience candidates with relevant expertise will also be considered) Previous experience within an e-commerce environment Strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to problem-solving Experience partnering with operational teams and senior stakeholders Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate others The drive and ambition to progress into a future Finance Director role What's On Offer? 60,000 - 80,000 salary, depending on experience Clear progression pathway to Finance Director 28 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day from home) Private healthcare Opportunity to play a genuine role in transforming and shaping the future of the business If you're looking for a position where your influence will be felt across the entire organisation and where you can build a long-term leadership career, we'd love to hear from you. 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.
Head of DDaT (Interim) Berkshire, South East England Hybrid 800- 900 per day (Inside IR35) Initial 6-Month Contract Sellick Partnership are currently partnered with a large Public Sector organisation to recruit an experienced Head of DDaT to support a major organisation-wide transformation programme. This is a pivotal leadership role within Digital, Data and Technology, responsible for leading the delivery of technology-enabled change and overseeing a portfolio of strategic transformation and improvement projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping shape and deliver the organisation's future digital operating model, whilst acting as the client-side lead for key delivery partners and suppliers. As the Head of DDaT, you will work closely with the Director of Digital, Data and Technology and senior leadership teams to drive successful programme delivery across a fast-paced and evolving environment. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on programme leadership and stakeholder engagement. What you will be doing as Head of DDaT Delivery: Lead delivery across a portfolio of technology transformation and improvement programmes. Support the procurement and onboarding of a strategic delivery partner, acting as the client-side lead throughout programme delivery. Oversee key DDaT improvement projects, including Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service and SharePoint migration initiatives. Drive continuous improvement across service delivery and project management practices. Embed best practice programme and project management methodologies across the DDaT function. Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and operational teams to ensure the successful delivery of transformation objectives. Manage third-party technology suppliers and consultancy partners within a complex transformation environment. Support the wider organisational transformation agenda through technology-enabled change and innovation. What you will need experience in for the Head of DDaT Delivery role: 10+ years' experience delivering large-scale technology implementation and transformation programmes. Strong understanding of MSP, PRINCE2, and Agile delivery methodologies. Experience managing business change and organisational transformation initiatives. Knowledge of change management approaches, such as ADKAR. Experience managing technology vendors, consultancy partners, and external suppliers. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to operate effectively within a collaborative and evolving environment. Previous Local Government or wider Public Sector experience would be advantageous. What the successful Head of DDaT Delivery will receive: Competitive day rate of 800- 900 per day (Inside IR35). Initial 6-month contract with potential for extension. Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days onsite per week. Opportunity to play a key role in a major public sector transformation programme. If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience for the Head of DDaT position, then please apply or reach out to Sadie at Sellick Partnership for more information. 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.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Head of DDaT (Interim) Berkshire, South East England Hybrid 800- 900 per day (Inside IR35) Initial 6-Month Contract Sellick Partnership are currently partnered with a large Public Sector organisation to recruit an experienced Head of DDaT to support a major organisation-wide transformation programme. This is a pivotal leadership role within Digital, Data and Technology, responsible for leading the delivery of technology-enabled change and overseeing a portfolio of strategic transformation and improvement projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping shape and deliver the organisation's future digital operating model, whilst acting as the client-side lead for key delivery partners and suppliers. As the Head of DDaT, you will work closely with the Director of Digital, Data and Technology and senior leadership teams to drive successful programme delivery across a fast-paced and evolving environment. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on programme leadership and stakeholder engagement. What you will be doing as Head of DDaT Delivery: Lead delivery across a portfolio of technology transformation and improvement programmes. Support the procurement and onboarding of a strategic delivery partner, acting as the client-side lead throughout programme delivery. Oversee key DDaT improvement projects, including Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service and SharePoint migration initiatives. Drive continuous improvement across service delivery and project management practices. Embed best practice programme and project management methodologies across the DDaT function. Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and operational teams to ensure the successful delivery of transformation objectives. Manage third-party technology suppliers and consultancy partners within a complex transformation environment. Support the wider organisational transformation agenda through technology-enabled change and innovation. What you will need experience in for the Head of DDaT Delivery role: 10+ years' experience delivering large-scale technology implementation and transformation programmes. Strong understanding of MSP, PRINCE2, and Agile delivery methodologies. Experience managing business change and organisational transformation initiatives. Knowledge of change management approaches, such as ADKAR. Experience managing technology vendors, consultancy partners, and external suppliers. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to operate effectively within a collaborative and evolving environment. Previous Local Government or wider Public Sector experience would be advantageous. What the successful Head of DDaT Delivery will receive: Competitive day rate of 800- 900 per day (Inside IR35). Initial 6-month contract with potential for extension. Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days onsite per week. Opportunity to play a key role in a major public sector transformation programme. If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience for the Head of DDaT position, then please apply or reach out to Sadie at Sellick Partnership for more information. 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.
Sewell Wallis are working with a well established business based near Altrincham, Greater Manchester, as they look to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This Assistant Accountant role will support the Senior Accountant with month end tasks, whilst also providing support where necessary to the small transactional team. This position would suit a candidate with experience of working in an Assistant Accountant capacity previously, who is comfortable working in a high volume environment and enjoys project work as well as BAU tasks. If you're an experienced Assistant Accountant/Accounts Assistant wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Assist in monthly management accounts preparation Reconcile and clear Nominal Ledger accounts Input and code cash book payments/receipts Maintain accurate Fixed Asset/Demo/SDH/Used Write Down schedules Assist in preparation of year end accounts Maintain Company petty cash records Assist with backlog project work across PL/SL/CC Prepare VAT return quarterly Prepare Bank reconciliation What skills do we need? Previous experience within a similar role. AAT qualified or equivalent QBE Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Background in Sales Ledger/Credit Control (desirable) What's on offer? Highly Competitive salary - 35- 37K Company pension Flexible working hours Holidays that increase with length of service Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. 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.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis are working with a well established business based near Altrincham, Greater Manchester, as they look to recruit an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team. This Assistant Accountant role will support the Senior Accountant with month end tasks, whilst also providing support where necessary to the small transactional team. This position would suit a candidate with experience of working in an Assistant Accountant capacity previously, who is comfortable working in a high volume environment and enjoys project work as well as BAU tasks. If you're an experienced Assistant Accountant/Accounts Assistant wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Assist in monthly management accounts preparation Reconcile and clear Nominal Ledger accounts Input and code cash book payments/receipts Maintain accurate Fixed Asset/Demo/SDH/Used Write Down schedules Assist in preparation of year end accounts Maintain Company petty cash records Assist with backlog project work across PL/SL/CC Prepare VAT return quarterly Prepare Bank reconciliation What skills do we need? Previous experience within a similar role. AAT qualified or equivalent QBE Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Background in Sales Ledger/Credit Control (desirable) What's on offer? Highly Competitive salary - 35- 37K Company pension Flexible working hours Holidays that increase with length of service Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. 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.
Are you an experienced HR Business Partner looking to make an immediate impact? Working on behalf of a reputable fashion organisation, we are recruiting a qualified HR professional on an interim basis to provide full generalist HR support during a period of internal change. This is a hands-on, standalone role with real breadth - you will be the day-to-day HR point of contact for senior leadership, managers and employees across the business. The role offers genuine variety, autonomy and the chance to make an immediate impact in an organisation that takes its people seriously. Chelmsford (One day a week travel to West London) 350 per day Immediate Start Please note: Due to the client's location in Essex you must be a car driver Key Responsibilities - Interim HR Business Partner: Generalist HR Advisory Act as the primary HR contact for the Managing Director, managers, store leadership and employees, providing timely, commercially aware generalist HR advice. Provide sound guidance on UK employment law, ensuring the business remains compliant with current and emerging legislation, including the Employment Rights Act 2025. Support and coach managers through the full range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance processes, capability, absence management and performance improvement. Lead on complex ER case management, ensuring procedural fairness, proportionality and accurate documentation throughout. Engage with external parties, including legal counsel and ACAS, where required. Employee Lifecycle Management Issue offer letters and contracts of employment for new starters; set up and maintain personnel files, raise Oracle Fusion work items, and carry out right-to-work and ID verification checks. Coordinate employment references via the Recruitment Assistant, ensuring all pre-employment checks are completed in a timely and compliant manner. Manage all leaver processes: issue leaver letters, ensure personnel and electronic files are closed down appropriately, conduct or record exit interviews, and action any post-employment obligations. Produce contract amendment letters for changes to job title, location, working hours or terms; update Oracle Fusion and the payroll system accordingly. Produce all FTC, secondment and intern offer letters; proactively diarise end dates and manage renewals or terminations in a timely manner. Onboarding & Induction Design and coordinate a structured and engaging onboarding experience for all new hires, liaising with each department to secure induction schedules and sending joining information to new employees and their Line Managers. Deliver the HR component of the induction programme, ensuring new employees understand company policies, culture and ways of working from day one. Probation & Performance Management Manage the full probation cycle for all new employees: diarise review dates, issue review communications to Line Managers, manage extensions, and issue confirmation or extension letters accordingly. Support managers in identifying and addressing performance concerns, providing clear guidance on informal and formal processes. Assist with the coordination of the annual performance review cycle where required. HR Systems & Data Maintain Oracle Fusion and Bright HR with all employment changes in real time, including new hires, leavers, job changes and contractual amendments. Act as a superuser for both platforms, ensuring data integrity across HR and payroll. Generate HR management information and reporting as required, using people data to inform decision-making. Ensure GDPR compliance across all HR data management activity. Policy, Compliance & Process Improvement Review, maintain and update HR policies and procedures to reflect current employment legislation and best practice. Identify and implement process improvements across HR operations to increase efficiency and improve the employee experience. Support any change management, restructuring or TUPE activity as required. About You - Interim HR Business Partner You will be an experienced HR Generalist, HR Manager or HR Business Partner who is equally at home advising senior stakeholders and getting hands-on with day-to-day HR operations. You will be used to working at pace in a standalone capacity, can quickly build credibility with leadership, and bring calm authority to a busy HR function. Essential CIPD qualified (Level 5 minimum; Level 7 preferred). Proven experience in a generalist HR role at Manager, Generalist or HRBP level, ideally including previous interim or contract assignments. Strong, broad HR background covering the full employee lifecycle Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, including current developments under the Employment Rights Act 2025. Demonstrable experience managing complex ER cases independently. Confident and credible communicator, able to advise and influence at MD and senior leadership level. Experienced with HRIS platforms; Oracle Fusion experience highly advantageous. Immediately available or on a notice period of no more than one week. Desirable Familiarity with Bright HR. Experience supporting organisational change, including restructures or transitions. Exposure to global or internationally complex organisations. How to Apply To register your interest in this interim opportunity, please submit your CV in confidence. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly. For a confidential discussion, please contact our team directly.
Jun 13, 2026
Seasonal
Are you an experienced HR Business Partner looking to make an immediate impact? Working on behalf of a reputable fashion organisation, we are recruiting a qualified HR professional on an interim basis to provide full generalist HR support during a period of internal change. This is a hands-on, standalone role with real breadth - you will be the day-to-day HR point of contact for senior leadership, managers and employees across the business. The role offers genuine variety, autonomy and the chance to make an immediate impact in an organisation that takes its people seriously. Chelmsford (One day a week travel to West London) 350 per day Immediate Start Please note: Due to the client's location in Essex you must be a car driver Key Responsibilities - Interim HR Business Partner: Generalist HR Advisory Act as the primary HR contact for the Managing Director, managers, store leadership and employees, providing timely, commercially aware generalist HR advice. Provide sound guidance on UK employment law, ensuring the business remains compliant with current and emerging legislation, including the Employment Rights Act 2025. Support and coach managers through the full range of employee relations matters, including disciplinary and grievance processes, capability, absence management and performance improvement. Lead on complex ER case management, ensuring procedural fairness, proportionality and accurate documentation throughout. Engage with external parties, including legal counsel and ACAS, where required. Employee Lifecycle Management Issue offer letters and contracts of employment for new starters; set up and maintain personnel files, raise Oracle Fusion work items, and carry out right-to-work and ID verification checks. Coordinate employment references via the Recruitment Assistant, ensuring all pre-employment checks are completed in a timely and compliant manner. Manage all leaver processes: issue leaver letters, ensure personnel and electronic files are closed down appropriately, conduct or record exit interviews, and action any post-employment obligations. Produce contract amendment letters for changes to job title, location, working hours or terms; update Oracle Fusion and the payroll system accordingly. Produce all FTC, secondment and intern offer letters; proactively diarise end dates and manage renewals or terminations in a timely manner. Onboarding & Induction Design and coordinate a structured and engaging onboarding experience for all new hires, liaising with each department to secure induction schedules and sending joining information to new employees and their Line Managers. Deliver the HR component of the induction programme, ensuring new employees understand company policies, culture and ways of working from day one. Probation & Performance Management Manage the full probation cycle for all new employees: diarise review dates, issue review communications to Line Managers, manage extensions, and issue confirmation or extension letters accordingly. Support managers in identifying and addressing performance concerns, providing clear guidance on informal and formal processes. Assist with the coordination of the annual performance review cycle where required. HR Systems & Data Maintain Oracle Fusion and Bright HR with all employment changes in real time, including new hires, leavers, job changes and contractual amendments. Act as a superuser for both platforms, ensuring data integrity across HR and payroll. Generate HR management information and reporting as required, using people data to inform decision-making. Ensure GDPR compliance across all HR data management activity. Policy, Compliance & Process Improvement Review, maintain and update HR policies and procedures to reflect current employment legislation and best practice. Identify and implement process improvements across HR operations to increase efficiency and improve the employee experience. Support any change management, restructuring or TUPE activity as required. About You - Interim HR Business Partner You will be an experienced HR Generalist, HR Manager or HR Business Partner who is equally at home advising senior stakeholders and getting hands-on with day-to-day HR operations. You will be used to working at pace in a standalone capacity, can quickly build credibility with leadership, and bring calm authority to a busy HR function. Essential CIPD qualified (Level 5 minimum; Level 7 preferred). Proven experience in a generalist HR role at Manager, Generalist or HRBP level, ideally including previous interim or contract assignments. Strong, broad HR background covering the full employee lifecycle Solid knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice, including current developments under the Employment Rights Act 2025. Demonstrable experience managing complex ER cases independently. Confident and credible communicator, able to advise and influence at MD and senior leadership level. Experienced with HRIS platforms; Oracle Fusion experience highly advantageous. Immediately available or on a notice period of no more than one week. Desirable Familiarity with Bright HR. Experience supporting organisational change, including restructures or transitions. Exposure to global or internationally complex organisations. How to Apply To register your interest in this interim opportunity, please submit your CV in confidence. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted promptly. For a confidential discussion, please contact our team directly.
IPS Finance is working exclusively with a privately owned business based in North Yorkshire. The group operates across a range of commercial activities and is at an active stage of growth and investment. Turnover currently sits at circa 6 million, with the business expanding both organically and through new commercial ventures. This role represents a genuine opportunity to step into the lead finance position within the organisation. The Finance Manager will take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to the Directors and working closely alongside them as a trusted operator and commercially minded contributor. The Role This is a hands on position covering end-to-end financial management across the group covering management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, payroll administration, AR and AP ledgers, supplier payments, and liaison with external accountants on yearend matters. During busy periods you will be supported by interim resource. Beyond the transactional, the role carries genuine commercial weight. You will work directly with the Directors to analyse performance, present findings, and contribute to business decisions, as well as assess existing processes and implement improvements where appropriate. What We Are Looking For Experience within an owner managed or SME environment is preferred. You will be comfortable working at pace, managing your own priorities, and operating autonomously. Experience of group accounting or intercompany transactions would be an advantage. The Directors are looking for someone reliable, straightforward, and commercially switched on. Someone who will engage with the business rather than simply report on it. The Opportunity This level of responsibility and visibility is not easy to find within the region at this salary level. The successful candidate will be the most senior finance professional in the organisation, with direct access to the owners and genuine scope to shape how finance supports a growing business. Key attractions include: Lead finance position within the organisation Direct access to the Directors and business owners Involvement in growth and investment initiatives Genuine autonomy to improve processes and influence decision making Salary is competitive and dependent on experience, with further progression as the individual and role develops. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients across all sectors. Please visit our website to view our latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
IPS Finance is working exclusively with a privately owned business based in North Yorkshire. The group operates across a range of commercial activities and is at an active stage of growth and investment. Turnover currently sits at circa 6 million, with the business expanding both organically and through new commercial ventures. This role represents a genuine opportunity to step into the lead finance position within the organisation. The Finance Manager will take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to the Directors and working closely alongside them as a trusted operator and commercially minded contributor. The Role This is a hands on position covering end-to-end financial management across the group covering management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, payroll administration, AR and AP ledgers, supplier payments, and liaison with external accountants on yearend matters. During busy periods you will be supported by interim resource. Beyond the transactional, the role carries genuine commercial weight. You will work directly with the Directors to analyse performance, present findings, and contribute to business decisions, as well as assess existing processes and implement improvements where appropriate. What We Are Looking For Experience within an owner managed or SME environment is preferred. You will be comfortable working at pace, managing your own priorities, and operating autonomously. Experience of group accounting or intercompany transactions would be an advantage. The Directors are looking for someone reliable, straightforward, and commercially switched on. Someone who will engage with the business rather than simply report on it. The Opportunity This level of responsibility and visibility is not easy to find within the region at this salary level. The successful candidate will be the most senior finance professional in the organisation, with direct access to the owners and genuine scope to shape how finance supports a growing business. Key attractions include: Lead finance position within the organisation Direct access to the Directors and business owners Involvement in growth and investment initiatives Genuine autonomy to improve processes and influence decision making Salary is competitive and dependent on experience, with further progression as the individual and role develops. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients across all sectors. Please visit our website to view our latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities.
Sewell Wallis is currently working with a highly successful and growing UK business based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, who are recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant on a fixed term contact basis for a period of 10 months until April 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with accounts payable experience to join a thriving business with a collaborative culture. Reporting into the Accounts Payable Team Leader, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function, supporting supplier relationships and maintaining the accuracy of financial information across the business. The successful candidate will need to be available at short notice for an interim contract. What will you be doing? Processing high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely entry onto the finance system. Matching invoices against purchase orders and goods received documentation. Completing supplier statement reconciliations and investigating discrepancies. Producing and reviewing GRNI reports, resolving outstanding issues where required. Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs. Managing the Accounts Payable inbox and responding to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner. Liaising with internal stakeholders to obtain invoice approvals and resolve payment-related queries. Reviewing and analysing employee expense claims. Supporting process improvements and maintaining accurate procedural documentation. Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal departments to ensure efficient invoice processing. Supporting the wider finance team with administrative and ad hoc duties as required. Ensuring compliance with internal controls, company policies and financial procedures. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or similar transactional finance role (e.g. Accounts Assistant/Finance Assistant) Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data. Experience using D365 is desirable, though not essential. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively. Strong communication skills and confidence in liaising with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a team environment. Experience working within a high-volume finance function would be advantageous. What's on offer? Hybrid working (3 days per week working from home). Early finish on Fridays - 35.5 hours per week. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Exposure to a large-scale finance function with opportunities to broaden your experience. If you have experience within Accounts Payable and are looking for your next opportunity within a growing and successful organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Jun 12, 2026
Contractor
Sewell Wallis is currently working with a highly successful and growing UK business based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, who are recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant on a fixed term contact basis for a period of 10 months until April 2027. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with accounts payable experience to join a thriving business with a collaborative culture. Reporting into the Accounts Payable Team Leader, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function, supporting supplier relationships and maintaining the accuracy of financial information across the business. The successful candidate will need to be available at short notice for an interim contract. What will you be doing? Processing high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely entry onto the finance system. Matching invoices against purchase orders and goods received documentation. Completing supplier statement reconciliations and investigating discrepancies. Producing and reviewing GRNI reports, resolving outstanding issues where required. Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs. Managing the Accounts Payable inbox and responding to supplier queries in a professional and timely manner. Liaising with internal stakeholders to obtain invoice approvals and resolve payment-related queries. Reviewing and analysing employee expense claims. Supporting process improvements and maintaining accurate procedural documentation. Building positive relationships with suppliers and internal departments to ensure efficient invoice processing. Supporting the wider finance team with administrative and ad hoc duties as required. Ensuring compliance with internal controls, company policies and financial procedures. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or similar transactional finance role (e.g. Accounts Assistant/Finance Assistant) Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data. Experience using D365 is desirable, though not essential. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage a busy workload and prioritise effectively. Strong communication skills and confidence in liaising with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a team environment. Experience working within a high-volume finance function would be advantageous. What's on offer? Hybrid working (3 days per week working from home). Early finish on Fridays - 35.5 hours per week. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Exposure to a large-scale finance function with opportunities to broaden your experience. If you have experience within Accounts Payable and are looking for your next opportunity within a growing and successful organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
About The Minster Centre and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Service The Minster Centre is one of Europe's leading integrative psychotherapy and counselling training institutes. We are a charity with a long-held commitment to helping people in distress through talking therapies. We train diverse and experienced people as professional therapists to do this work. The Minster Centre Psychotherapy and Counselling Service (MCPCS) offers affordable individual counselling and psychotherapy, provided by our trainee therapists, to adults (18 yrs+) suffering from a range of emotional difficulties. Overview of the role We are seeking two organised, highly motivated and efficient individuals to fulfil the part-time roles of MCPCS Administrator. These are key roles within the MCPCS team, and you will be working alongside the Clinical Services Manager to ensure the smooth running of the service and support in its continuing development. The ideal candidates will be organised, self-motivated, IT literate (particularly proficient in Excel, Word & Outlook), have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure. In addition, they will be able to work autonomously on various tasks, work well within the team and with other colleagues within the Minster Centre. This is a great opportunity for individuals with relevant transferable skills to develop those skills further. Duties and responsibilities Enquiries - Assessment - Allocation Dealing with phone and email enquiries including potential MCPCS clients, existing clients, trainee therapists, clinical supervisors, other professional organisations and placement providers, etc. Responding to new client enquiries via emailing of electronic Assessment Application Forms, assessing suitability of enquirer for service - asking for additional help when required from Clinical Services Manager Making appointments with enquirer for assessment. Liaising with Independent Assessors to arrange assessment appointments, obtaining assessor availability calendars, providing assessment packs for facilitation of assessments, chasing and filing completed assessment reports, and providing any necessary training for assessors regarding assessment admin. Liaising with student services/reception and finance department and clients to manage and update client fees databases or spreadsheets. providing reports and to ensure all session fees are up to date and reporting on any missed payments weekly. Ensuring all electronic monitoring of monies are dealt with according to GDPR and financial procedures. DBS Managing the Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) checks for students, and Minster Centre (MC) members. Keeping and updating records of DBS information Administration Providing strong administrative support to the Clinical Services Manager. Providing regular detailed data information to the Clinical Services Manager, including reports from Charity Log or other electronic software and systems Administer MCPCS processes and procedures for instance by designing forms and records formats, ensuring they are available to students, supervisors and clients. Ensuring the service has Microsoft forms available to operate effectively: Assessment packs; Allocation packs; student forms. Keeping data management up to date and archiving files as and when appropriate. Assisting Clinical Services Manager, and Deputy Director overseeing MCPCS, with additional tasks as and when requested. Supporting Students with client work Provide information and support in assisting with student inductions into the MCPCS Liaising with students and supervisors to ensure each student have submitted necessary evidence to work with clients Ensuring all students regularly update information on their availability to MCPCS Supporting students with processes and procedures of working with MCPCS and placement clients, closing client files at end of therapy alongside dealing with any interim requests and updates to client files and information. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holders may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the ambit of the role, in discussion with the with the Clinical Services Manager and Management Committee. The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant policies, procedures and guidelines of The Minster Centre, including those on Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and the Data Protection Act. Person Specification The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. Please ensure that your cover letter demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria. You will be assessed on these criteria at interview if shortlisted, and through an exercise. Essential Good communication skills, including a warm, welcoming, and friendly manner. Ability to speak to a range of service users: enquirers, clients, students and staff. A good command of written and spoken English. Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner, whilst maintaining approachability. Ability to handle possibly challenging situations on the phone. Willingness to learn including attending training relative to the role and service users where required. Proven organisational skills, with ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines. Knowledge and experience of Salesforce, Charitylog or Access databases and use of Excel. Proven knowledge of the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Explorer in an office environment. Proven ability to input data accurately. Proven ability to plan ahead and take initiative when required. Proven ability to learn new systems. Experience of working in a small, busy office. Experience of using databases to manage data (e.g. Access, Charity Log, Salesforce, MindBody.) An enthusiastic and flexible approach to work Conscientious and diligent Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting and to appreciate and respect diversity and difference A commitment to the Minster Centre's ethos and values. Empathy with the needs of tutors and students in a vocational therapeutic environment Desirable Experience/ understanding of the aims and benefits of psychotherapy and counselling. Understanding of data protection. Experience of office management. Experience of managing Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) checks. Experience of Access or other Databases: to amend design and layout, generate reports, and analyse data. Experience of change management, service evaluation and service improvement. Experience of working in a mental health, counselling or psychotherapy environment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected on the form provided. How to apply Please apply by sending your CV, a covering email detailing how you meet the person specification and the monitoring forms available on our website or attached to this advert by 10am on Wednesday 1st July 2026 to Afua Pierre, HR & Governance Manager . We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for these roles. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. For further information please contact Michelle Campbell, Clinical Services Manager by email We particularly welcome applications from people from underrepresented groups in the field of psychotherapy and counselling and in our organisation, including people from global majority communities, the LGBTQI+ community, care leavers, people with disabilities and those from other minoritised groups. To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work. You will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. If you are a practising therapist, please review whether you currently have any Minster Centre students as clients and in which year and let us know if this is the case so that we can manage any potential dual relationships. Due to the nature of this role, we regret that we cannot accept applications from current Minster Centre students. A note about AI: We recognise the value of AI in helping to refine job applications; however, we prefer candidates to write their own personalised cover letters and CVs. AI software frequently generates applications that are generic, impersonal, or repetitive. At the Minster Centre, we appreciate authenticity - An application that has been primarily self-generated gives us an opportunity to assess your unique interpersonal skills and relevant experience. We look forward to receiving your application!
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
About The Minster Centre and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Service The Minster Centre is one of Europe's leading integrative psychotherapy and counselling training institutes. We are a charity with a long-held commitment to helping people in distress through talking therapies. We train diverse and experienced people as professional therapists to do this work. The Minster Centre Psychotherapy and Counselling Service (MCPCS) offers affordable individual counselling and psychotherapy, provided by our trainee therapists, to adults (18 yrs+) suffering from a range of emotional difficulties. Overview of the role We are seeking two organised, highly motivated and efficient individuals to fulfil the part-time roles of MCPCS Administrator. These are key roles within the MCPCS team, and you will be working alongside the Clinical Services Manager to ensure the smooth running of the service and support in its continuing development. The ideal candidates will be organised, self-motivated, IT literate (particularly proficient in Excel, Word & Outlook), have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure. In addition, they will be able to work autonomously on various tasks, work well within the team and with other colleagues within the Minster Centre. This is a great opportunity for individuals with relevant transferable skills to develop those skills further. Duties and responsibilities Enquiries - Assessment - Allocation Dealing with phone and email enquiries including potential MCPCS clients, existing clients, trainee therapists, clinical supervisors, other professional organisations and placement providers, etc. Responding to new client enquiries via emailing of electronic Assessment Application Forms, assessing suitability of enquirer for service - asking for additional help when required from Clinical Services Manager Making appointments with enquirer for assessment. Liaising with Independent Assessors to arrange assessment appointments, obtaining assessor availability calendars, providing assessment packs for facilitation of assessments, chasing and filing completed assessment reports, and providing any necessary training for assessors regarding assessment admin. Liaising with student services/reception and finance department and clients to manage and update client fees databases or spreadsheets. providing reports and to ensure all session fees are up to date and reporting on any missed payments weekly. Ensuring all electronic monitoring of monies are dealt with according to GDPR and financial procedures. DBS Managing the Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) checks for students, and Minster Centre (MC) members. Keeping and updating records of DBS information Administration Providing strong administrative support to the Clinical Services Manager. Providing regular detailed data information to the Clinical Services Manager, including reports from Charity Log or other electronic software and systems Administer MCPCS processes and procedures for instance by designing forms and records formats, ensuring they are available to students, supervisors and clients. Ensuring the service has Microsoft forms available to operate effectively: Assessment packs; Allocation packs; student forms. Keeping data management up to date and archiving files as and when appropriate. Assisting Clinical Services Manager, and Deputy Director overseeing MCPCS, with additional tasks as and when requested. Supporting Students with client work Provide information and support in assisting with student inductions into the MCPCS Liaising with students and supervisors to ensure each student have submitted necessary evidence to work with clients Ensuring all students regularly update information on their availability to MCPCS Supporting students with processes and procedures of working with MCPCS and placement clients, closing client files at end of therapy alongside dealing with any interim requests and updates to client files and information. This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holders may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the ambit of the role, in discussion with the with the Clinical Services Manager and Management Committee. The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant policies, procedures and guidelines of The Minster Centre, including those on Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and the Data Protection Act. Person Specification The Person Specification focuses on the knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications required to undertake the role effectively. Please ensure that your cover letter demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria. You will be assessed on these criteria at interview if shortlisted, and through an exercise. Essential Good communication skills, including a warm, welcoming, and friendly manner. Ability to speak to a range of service users: enquirers, clients, students and staff. A good command of written and spoken English. Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner, whilst maintaining approachability. Ability to handle possibly challenging situations on the phone. Willingness to learn including attending training relative to the role and service users where required. Proven organisational skills, with ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines. Knowledge and experience of Salesforce, Charitylog or Access databases and use of Excel. Proven knowledge of the use of Microsoft Office, Outlook and Explorer in an office environment. Proven ability to input data accurately. Proven ability to plan ahead and take initiative when required. Proven ability to learn new systems. Experience of working in a small, busy office. Experience of using databases to manage data (e.g. Access, Charity Log, Salesforce, MindBody.) An enthusiastic and flexible approach to work Conscientious and diligent Ability to work in a multi-cultural setting and to appreciate and respect diversity and difference A commitment to the Minster Centre's ethos and values. Empathy with the needs of tutors and students in a vocational therapeutic environment Desirable Experience/ understanding of the aims and benefits of psychotherapy and counselling. Understanding of data protection. Experience of office management. Experience of managing Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) checks. Experience of Access or other Databases: to amend design and layout, generate reports, and analyse data. Experience of change management, service evaluation and service improvement. Experience of working in a mental health, counselling or psychotherapy environment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected on the form provided. How to apply Please apply by sending your CV, a covering email detailing how you meet the person specification and the monitoring forms available on our website or attached to this advert by 10am on Wednesday 1st July 2026 to Afua Pierre, HR & Governance Manager . We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for these roles. If you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. For further information please contact Michelle Campbell, Clinical Services Manager by email We particularly welcome applications from people from underrepresented groups in the field of psychotherapy and counselling and in our organisation, including people from global majority communities, the LGBTQI+ community, care leavers, people with disabilities and those from other minoritised groups. To fulfil the role, you must be resident in the UK and have the right to work. You will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. If you are a practising therapist, please review whether you currently have any Minster Centre students as clients and in which year and let us know if this is the case so that we can manage any potential dual relationships. Due to the nature of this role, we regret that we cannot accept applications from current Minster Centre students. A note about AI: We recognise the value of AI in helping to refine job applications; however, we prefer candidates to write their own personalised cover letters and CVs. AI software frequently generates applications that are generic, impersonal, or repetitive. At the Minster Centre, we appreciate authenticity - An application that has been primarily self-generated gives us an opportunity to assess your unique interpersonal skills and relevant experience. We look forward to receiving your application!
Help us to make a world of difference UL is looking for a Group Financial Accountant. This job is grade F16. Based at our Paddington Head Office you ll maintain accurate consolidated accounts in accordance with IFRS and the Group Accounting Manual, including preparation/review of consolidated financial statements. You will hold a key role in Interim and Year-end external audit process. What you ll do: • Preparation of the consolidated financial statements in BPC, involving co-ordination, preparation, input and peer review of group adjustments • Maintain accurate records to support consolidation adjustments • Ensure all monthly deliverables are received from subsidiaries and key point of contact for site finance teams • Co-ordination of the preparation of the Annual and Interim Group Accounts, project managing and driving the timetable. • Preparation of certain sections of the Group Annual Report including the Directors Report and preparation of certain Head Office subsidiary accounts • Calculation / review of certain notes to the financial statements • Provide FP&A team with data required for Budget and Forecasting purposes • Support / lead on other ad hoc projects as required by the business. What do you need to thrive in this role? • ACA Qualified Accountant with at least 1 year post qualification experience. • Experience of group consolidation and statutory reporting • Good understanding of IFRS What can you expect from us? More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. You will receive: • Annual leave of 27 days per annum. • A generous bonus scheme based on achievement of personal and company objectives. • A defined contribution pension scheme: contributions start at 4% (employee) and 10% (employer). • Hybrid Working Pattern: up to two days working remotely on average per week. Flexible start and finish times, with a 1.30pm finish on Fridays. • Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle. • A diverse range of family friendly policies. • Paid time off for volunteering. • The opportunity to join our private medical and dental insurance schemes. • Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs. We welcome your application before the closing date of 19th June 2026. Security vetting Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated. Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know. Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Help us to make a world of difference UL is looking for a Group Financial Accountant. This job is grade F16. Based at our Paddington Head Office you ll maintain accurate consolidated accounts in accordance with IFRS and the Group Accounting Manual, including preparation/review of consolidated financial statements. You will hold a key role in Interim and Year-end external audit process. What you ll do: • Preparation of the consolidated financial statements in BPC, involving co-ordination, preparation, input and peer review of group adjustments • Maintain accurate records to support consolidation adjustments • Ensure all monthly deliverables are received from subsidiaries and key point of contact for site finance teams • Co-ordination of the preparation of the Annual and Interim Group Accounts, project managing and driving the timetable. • Preparation of certain sections of the Group Annual Report including the Directors Report and preparation of certain Head Office subsidiary accounts • Calculation / review of certain notes to the financial statements • Provide FP&A team with data required for Budget and Forecasting purposes • Support / lead on other ad hoc projects as required by the business. What do you need to thrive in this role? • ACA Qualified Accountant with at least 1 year post qualification experience. • Experience of group consolidation and statutory reporting • Good understanding of IFRS What can you expect from us? More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. You will receive: • Annual leave of 27 days per annum. • A generous bonus scheme based on achievement of personal and company objectives. • A defined contribution pension scheme: contributions start at 4% (employee) and 10% (employer). • Hybrid Working Pattern: up to two days working remotely on average per week. Flexible start and finish times, with a 1.30pm finish on Fridays. • Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle. • A diverse range of family friendly policies. • Paid time off for volunteering. • The opportunity to join our private medical and dental insurance schemes. • Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs. We welcome your application before the closing date of 19th June 2026. Security vetting Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated. Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know. Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.
Project Resource Coordinator Longstanton 27,000 - 29,000 p/a Job Description: To allocate work activity in line with client needs across a team of operatives/sub-contractors spread nationwide ensuring key SLAs are consistently met. Liaise with the client to resolve queries in relation to the works being undertaken/completed providing regular updates on progress as required. Responsibilities: Effectively plan works daily for dedicated resource, ensuring client SLAs and crew profitability targets are met consistently Line manage dedicated resource on site to ensure works go ahead, and to assist with queries and on-site issues Liaise directly with the client/third parties to resolve queries/issues relating to the work being undertaken Liaise with third parties for specialist requirements (e.g. Traffic management, pest control, electricians) Submission of permits on NAR database in advance of works being completed, liaising with Highways Authorities as required to ensure works go ahead wherever possible, and manage through to completion ensuring permit is closed on completion of works with measure provided by engineers on site Complete specialist application forms for permits such as TTROs Monitor daily submissions on GEO-Sight and report findings/anomalies to operatives/sub-contractors for correction escalating to Project Delivery Managers and Directors Manage orders through to completion on internal and client databases in real time ensuring data entry is accurate and complete Manage interim reinstatements and Highways Authority defects to ensure all are within SLA and fines and associated costs are kept to a minimum Produce J-orders, organise stock takes, materials and stores where required Ensure DFEs are updated and correct prior to billing, including all additional costs for applications and traffic management are applied, and any discrepancies between original job packs and works required on site are corrected Check and sign off invoices to be passed to Manager Coordinate resource, equipment etc. to sites to ensure works go ahead, sometimes with the assistance of Site Agents Input gang wages to timesheet and confirm wages for price-work crews weekly - if requested by line manager Provide regular and detailed information on outstanding and in progress works to the Resource Scheduling Manager, and to the client, for priority areas Receive and co-ordinate urgent/dangerous 2 hour works within the client SLA Retrieve stats for all works where required to ensure works can go ahead in a safe and timely manner Skills: Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively, manage conflicting priorities and achieve deadlines Good eye for detail, completing work with a high degree of accuracy Able to work in a fast paced, changing environment taking commercially astute decisions Able to receive constructive feedback, maintain respect and mutually agree any action required for you to take in response Wants to be part of a team, wants to succeed as a team Good IT skills, competent with the use of internet, email and Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook) Motivated and enthusiastic, able to work independently using own initiative as well as part of a dynamic team Competencies: Planning & Organising Attention to Detail Commercial Awareness Effective Communication Stakeholder Management Qualifications: NRSWA/HAUC knowledge desirable Knowledge of permit schemes desirable To apply for this role and find out more details, please forward your CV to (url removed) We thank all applicants who respond, but only those short listed will be contacted.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Project Resource Coordinator Longstanton 27,000 - 29,000 p/a Job Description: To allocate work activity in line with client needs across a team of operatives/sub-contractors spread nationwide ensuring key SLAs are consistently met. Liaise with the client to resolve queries in relation to the works being undertaken/completed providing regular updates on progress as required. Responsibilities: Effectively plan works daily for dedicated resource, ensuring client SLAs and crew profitability targets are met consistently Line manage dedicated resource on site to ensure works go ahead, and to assist with queries and on-site issues Liaise directly with the client/third parties to resolve queries/issues relating to the work being undertaken Liaise with third parties for specialist requirements (e.g. Traffic management, pest control, electricians) Submission of permits on NAR database in advance of works being completed, liaising with Highways Authorities as required to ensure works go ahead wherever possible, and manage through to completion ensuring permit is closed on completion of works with measure provided by engineers on site Complete specialist application forms for permits such as TTROs Monitor daily submissions on GEO-Sight and report findings/anomalies to operatives/sub-contractors for correction escalating to Project Delivery Managers and Directors Manage orders through to completion on internal and client databases in real time ensuring data entry is accurate and complete Manage interim reinstatements and Highways Authority defects to ensure all are within SLA and fines and associated costs are kept to a minimum Produce J-orders, organise stock takes, materials and stores where required Ensure DFEs are updated and correct prior to billing, including all additional costs for applications and traffic management are applied, and any discrepancies between original job packs and works required on site are corrected Check and sign off invoices to be passed to Manager Coordinate resource, equipment etc. to sites to ensure works go ahead, sometimes with the assistance of Site Agents Input gang wages to timesheet and confirm wages for price-work crews weekly - if requested by line manager Provide regular and detailed information on outstanding and in progress works to the Resource Scheduling Manager, and to the client, for priority areas Receive and co-ordinate urgent/dangerous 2 hour works within the client SLA Retrieve stats for all works where required to ensure works can go ahead in a safe and timely manner Skills: Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively, manage conflicting priorities and achieve deadlines Good eye for detail, completing work with a high degree of accuracy Able to work in a fast paced, changing environment taking commercially astute decisions Able to receive constructive feedback, maintain respect and mutually agree any action required for you to take in response Wants to be part of a team, wants to succeed as a team Good IT skills, competent with the use of internet, email and Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook) Motivated and enthusiastic, able to work independently using own initiative as well as part of a dynamic team Competencies: Planning & Organising Attention to Detail Commercial Awareness Effective Communication Stakeholder Management Qualifications: NRSWA/HAUC knowledge desirable Knowledge of permit schemes desirable To apply for this role and find out more details, please forward your CV to (url removed) We thank all applicants who respond, but only those short listed will be contacted.
