Payroll Specialist - High-Trust, High-Impact Role: full-time with hybrid working Payroll Administrator Permanent - Full Time Hereford £26-29,000 per annum Are you driven by precision, trusted with sensitive information, and motivated by the knowledge that your work keeps an entire organisation running smoothly? I am recruiting a diligent and accurate Payroll Specialist to join the Finance function within a rapidly evolving business. For someone with additional finance skills, this role could be full-time across 5 days but we are also considering part-time applicants who are looking for reduced hours across 4 or 5 days a week. The role will be office-based initially, but once you are fully up to speed, there will be the opportunity to work up to 2 days per week from home. This is a chance to join a multi-entity payroll operation, working with autonomy, influence, and the confidence of senior stakeholders. As a Payroll Specialist, you will take full responsibility for delivering seamless payroll operations across multiple business units. Your expertise will ensure every detail is correct, every deadline is met, and every colleague feels supported.You will lead on: Multi-cycle payroll processing - weekly, fortnightly, and monthly runs, including mileage and expenses Payroll accuracy & compliance - ensuring every figure aligns with legislation Payroll support; acting as the go-to expert for employee queries Finance team collaboration - providing cover and contributing to continuous improvement This is a role where your judgement, discretion, and analytical strength will be relied upon daily.You're someone who thrives in a trusted position and takes pride in getting things right the first time. You'll need: Minimum 2 years' payroll experience Strong Microsoft Office skills Exceptional organisational ability A calm, confident approach to deadlines The ability to work autonomously and flexibly Natural relationship-building skills Absolute discretion - confidentiality is non-negotiable Your contribution will directly support our long-term sustainability, governance, and operational success. This is a high-trust position. You will handle sensitive data, influence financial accuracy, and support the wellbeing of every employee through timely, correct payroll delivery. Your work will be felt across the entire organisation.If you're ready to step into a role where your expertise truly matters - where confidentiality, precision, and professionalism are valued above all - this is your moment! Call Emma Lewis on to discuss the details or apply online by following our application process and uploading a CV.
Jun 28, 2026
Full time
Payroll Specialist - High-Trust, High-Impact Role: full-time with hybrid working Payroll Administrator Permanent - Full Time Hereford £26-29,000 per annum Are you driven by precision, trusted with sensitive information, and motivated by the knowledge that your work keeps an entire organisation running smoothly? I am recruiting a diligent and accurate Payroll Specialist to join the Finance function within a rapidly evolving business. For someone with additional finance skills, this role could be full-time across 5 days but we are also considering part-time applicants who are looking for reduced hours across 4 or 5 days a week. The role will be office-based initially, but once you are fully up to speed, there will be the opportunity to work up to 2 days per week from home. This is a chance to join a multi-entity payroll operation, working with autonomy, influence, and the confidence of senior stakeholders. As a Payroll Specialist, you will take full responsibility for delivering seamless payroll operations across multiple business units. Your expertise will ensure every detail is correct, every deadline is met, and every colleague feels supported.You will lead on: Multi-cycle payroll processing - weekly, fortnightly, and monthly runs, including mileage and expenses Payroll accuracy & compliance - ensuring every figure aligns with legislation Payroll support; acting as the go-to expert for employee queries Finance team collaboration - providing cover and contributing to continuous improvement This is a role where your judgement, discretion, and analytical strength will be relied upon daily.You're someone who thrives in a trusted position and takes pride in getting things right the first time. You'll need: Minimum 2 years' payroll experience Strong Microsoft Office skills Exceptional organisational ability A calm, confident approach to deadlines The ability to work autonomously and flexibly Natural relationship-building skills Absolute discretion - confidentiality is non-negotiable Your contribution will directly support our long-term sustainability, governance, and operational success. This is a high-trust position. You will handle sensitive data, influence financial accuracy, and support the wellbeing of every employee through timely, correct payroll delivery. Your work will be felt across the entire organisation.If you're ready to step into a role where your expertise truly matters - where confidentiality, precision, and professionalism are valued above all - this is your moment! Call Emma Lewis on to discuss the details or apply online by following our application process and uploading a CV.
Finance Lead Alloa Permanent Full -Time (35hours) Hybrid £48,500 - £54,500 + Benefits Your new company Hays aredelighted to be partnering exclusively once again with Clackmannanshire Councilto recruit a Finance Lead to support the Transformation Through Collaboration(TTC) Programme. This landmark initiative brings together Clackmannanshire,Stirling and Falkirk Councils with a shared ambition to transform publicservice delivery, unlock efficiencies and create sustainable, long-term valuefor communities across the Forth Valley. This is a uniqueopportunity to join a high-profile, multi-authority transformation programme atan exciting stage of development, where innovation, collaboration andevidence-based decision-making are central to shaping future service provision. Your new role As Finance Lead,you will play a pivotal role at the centre of this ambitious programme,providing strategic financial insight, governance and oversight across multipleworkstreams. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, you will operatewith a high degree of autonomy while working collaboratively with stakeholdersacross three local authorities and a wide range of service areas. You will beresponsible for establishing robust financial frameworks that underpinprogramme delivery, ensuring that financial assumptions are sound, transparentand appropriately challenged. In this role, you will develop and implement costmodels for new and evolving service delivery approaches, while providinghigh-quality financial reporting to the TTC Board to enable informeddecision-making. A key focus will be on tracking financial benefits,identifying risks and maintaining financial integrity across all programmeactivities. Working closelywith service leads and governance teams, you will ensure that all financialinformation is accurate, timely and aligned to strategic objectives. Your inputwill be critical in supporting the development of cost and benefit-sharingmodels, enabling the programme to deliver scalable, sustainable and equitableoutcomes for the region. What you'll need to succeed To succeed inthis role, you will bring strong experience in financial management, reportingand governance, with the ability to provide clear, insightful analysis tosupport strategic decision-making. You will have proven experience ofdeveloping financial models and challenging assumptions constructively,alongside the ability to work effectively across complex, multi-stakeholderenvironments. You will be aconfident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders,building strong relationships across service areas while maintaining a focus ontransparency, accountability and delivering value. A collaborative andproactive mindset will be essential, as will a genuine enthusiasm forcontributing to a large-scale transformation programme that delivers meaningfuloutcomes for communities. What you'll get in return In return, youwill receive a competitive salary, alongside a flexible 35-hour working weekand a hybrid working model with two days based in office. The role offersaccess to a generous benefits package, including membership of the LocalGovernment Pension Scheme with a significant employer contribution of around19%, annual leave of 29 days plus public holidays with additional entitlementbased on service, and a range of salary sacrifice schemes and wellbeing supportinitiatives. Above all, thisposition offers the opportunity to be part of a high-impact transformationprogramme, providing genuine influence over how public services are shaped anddelivered across multiple councils. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Finance Lead Alloa Permanent Full -Time (35hours) Hybrid £48,500 - £54,500 + Benefits Your new company Hays aredelighted to be partnering exclusively once again with Clackmannanshire Councilto recruit a Finance Lead to support the Transformation Through Collaboration(TTC) Programme. This landmark initiative brings together Clackmannanshire,Stirling and Falkirk Councils with a shared ambition to transform publicservice delivery, unlock efficiencies and create sustainable, long-term valuefor communities across the Forth Valley. This is a uniqueopportunity to join a high-profile, multi-authority transformation programme atan exciting stage of development, where innovation, collaboration andevidence-based decision-making are central to shaping future service provision. Your new role As Finance Lead,you will play a pivotal role at the centre of this ambitious programme,providing strategic financial insight, governance and oversight across multipleworkstreams. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, you will operatewith a high degree of autonomy while working collaboratively with stakeholdersacross three local authorities and a wide range of service areas. You will beresponsible for establishing robust financial frameworks that underpinprogramme delivery, ensuring that financial assumptions are sound, transparentand appropriately challenged. In this role, you will develop and implement costmodels for new and evolving service delivery approaches, while providinghigh-quality financial reporting to the TTC Board to enable informeddecision-making. A key focus will be on tracking financial benefits,identifying risks and maintaining financial integrity across all programmeactivities. Working closelywith service leads and governance teams, you will ensure that all financialinformation is accurate, timely and aligned to strategic objectives. Your inputwill be critical in supporting the development of cost and benefit-sharingmodels, enabling the programme to deliver scalable, sustainable and equitableoutcomes for the region. What you'll need to succeed To succeed inthis role, you will bring strong experience in financial management, reportingand governance, with the ability to provide clear, insightful analysis tosupport strategic decision-making. You will have proven experience ofdeveloping financial models and challenging assumptions constructively,alongside the ability to work effectively across complex, multi-stakeholderenvironments. You will be aconfident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders,building strong relationships across service areas while maintaining a focus ontransparency, accountability and delivering value. A collaborative andproactive mindset will be essential, as will a genuine enthusiasm forcontributing to a large-scale transformation programme that delivers meaningfuloutcomes for communities. What you'll get in return In return, youwill receive a competitive salary, alongside a flexible 35-hour working weekand a hybrid working model with two days based in office. The role offersaccess to a generous benefits package, including membership of the LocalGovernment Pension Scheme with a significant employer contribution of around19%, annual leave of 29 days plus public holidays with additional entitlementbased on service, and a range of salary sacrifice schemes and wellbeing supportinitiatives. Above all, thisposition offers the opportunity to be part of a high-impact transformationprogramme, providing genuine influence over how public services are shaped anddelivered across multiple councils. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
About Us Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich is an outstanding place-for students and staff alike. We pride ourselves on helping our students to be incredibly successful and we are as driven to support our staff, with an excellent CPD programme and development opportunities for all staff at the academy. We encourage our students and staff to live our core values of character, courage and conscience in our community and beyond. We have an excellent staff who are highly motivated, committed and happy. Summary Do you have experience with finance in either a professional or school capacity? We are looking to appoint a dedicated and organised Finance Officer to oversee financial duties across Harris Academy Peckham and Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with finance experience who is reliable, proactive, committed to maintaining high standards off accuracy and confidentiality. The actual salary for this role will be £32,712.26-£34,706.16 (40 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Managing purchase orders, invoices, expenses and supplier queries within the finance system Processing BACS payments, credit cards, petty cash and completing bank reconciliations Handling bursary claims, raising sales invoices and ensuring timely income collection Supporting budget holders with monthly monitoring and reporting Managing the ParentPay system, including queries, debtors and reporting Producing finance reports (e.g. trips, tuition, consumables) Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems Ensuring compliance with academy financial regulations and procedures Managing the contracts register and supporting tendering and renewals Working with senior leaders to ensuring value for money and effective spend Assisting with internal and external audits Providing general finance support and dealing with queries Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to Level 3 or above (A level or equivalent) At least one year's experience working in a finance department Experience of working within financial controls Experience of assisting with budget setting and budget management Good spoken and written communication skills in order to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders Strong MS Office skills High levels of numeracy For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
About Us Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich is an outstanding place-for students and staff alike. We pride ourselves on helping our students to be incredibly successful and we are as driven to support our staff, with an excellent CPD programme and development opportunities for all staff at the academy. We encourage our students and staff to live our core values of character, courage and conscience in our community and beyond. We have an excellent staff who are highly motivated, committed and happy. Summary Do you have experience with finance in either a professional or school capacity? We are looking to appoint a dedicated and organised Finance Officer to oversee financial duties across Harris Academy Peckham and Harris Girls' Academy East Dulwich. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with finance experience who is reliable, proactive, committed to maintaining high standards off accuracy and confidentiality. The actual salary for this role will be £32,712.26-£34,706.16 (40 weeks per year, 37.5 hours per week). Main Areas of Responsibility Your responsibilities will include: Managing purchase orders, invoices, expenses and supplier queries within the finance system Processing BACS payments, credit cards, petty cash and completing bank reconciliations Handling bursary claims, raising sales invoices and ensuring timely income collection Supporting budget holders with monthly monitoring and reporting Managing the ParentPay system, including queries, debtors and reporting Producing finance reports (e.g. trips, tuition, consumables) Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems Ensuring compliance with academy financial regulations and procedures Managing the contracts register and supporting tendering and renewals Working with senior leaders to ensuring value for money and effective spend Assisting with internal and external audits Providing general finance support and dealing with queries Qualifications & Experience We would like to hear from you if you have: Qualifications to Level 3 or above (A level or equivalent) At least one year's experience working in a finance department Experience of working within financial controls Experience of assisting with budget setting and budget management Good spoken and written communication skills in order to communicate with a wide variety of stakeholders Strong MS Office skills High levels of numeracy For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Professional Development & Benefits Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website. Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next Steps If you have any questions about this opportunity, please send us an email, or call to arrange a conversation. Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. This will be helpful for you when completing your application, and throughout the recruitment process. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we may interview and offer to a candidate before the closing date. Please note that we only accept applications submitted before the closing date via our careers website.
Responsible for leading digital products and platforms. Lead major digital change. About Our Client Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. We help people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity. We do this by investing in artists and organisations that make and deliver exceptional, inspirational work for our communities. We set out our strategic vision in Let's Create that by 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. We invest public money from the Government and the National Lottery to help support the sector and to deliver this vision. Job Description Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Information Officer, as Director of Digital, you will lead Arts Council England's digital products and platforms, including Grants Management, CRM, Museum and Cultural Property services, the digital workplace and new AI-enabled capabilities. You will be accountable for the strategy, investment decisions and governance that ensure these services are reliable, secure, accessible and meet public-sector requirements. These services are essential to how we fund and support the sector, meet our obligations, and serve applicants, funded organisations, staff and partners. You will work closely with the Technology Director to align product direction with architecture, operational resilience and service performance, and you will be the senior voice representing business needs in digital delivery decisions. Key accountabilities: Set a clear vision and strategy for digital products and platforms. Lead and govern delivery across "run and improve" services and major transformation programmes. Ensure services meet standards for value for money, accessibility, security, data protection and assurance. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, the Executive Board and delivery partners. Develop a high-performing team, and create an inclusive, values-led culture. Key responsibilities: Own the digital product and platform portfolio, setting priorities and balancing day-to-day service needs with longer-term change. Set direction for product roadmaps and investment, based on user needs, evidence and organisational priorities. Provide clear governance for design and change decisions, ensuring the right controls and pace of delivery. Be accountable for service performance, resilience and risk management, working with Technology to meet agreed service levels. Lead major digital change, including modernising legacy systems and improving integrations and data quality. Sponsor innovation where it adds value (including AI and automation), running controlled trials and scaling what works. Manage budgets and suppliers, ensuring strong contract performance, good commercial discipline and value for money. Lead, coach and develop the Digital team, planning capacity and building succession for key roles. Represent digital at senior forums, building alignment across Operations, Funding, Data & Insights and corporate functions. Key relationships: Chief Digital and Information Officer Technology Director and Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Chief Data Officer and Data & Insights colleagues Executive Board, transformation governance groups and peer Directors Operational leaders across Funding and corporate services (e.g., Finance, HR, Procurement) External suppliers and delivery partners The Successful Applicant About you: You are a strategic, credible leader who can work at the executive level and stay close enough to delivery to remove barriers and make good decisions. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and can explain complex issues in plain English. You understand modern digital product and platform delivery, including user-centred design, integrations, data and good service management. You can lead and improve supplier performance and contracts, and you take a disciplined approach to value for money, risk and assurance. You lead collaboratively and invest in building a high-performing, inclusive team. Essential requirements: You will need strong evidence of strategic leadership, delivery and commercial judgement. Senior leadership experience owning a portfolio of digital products/platforms across live service, improvement and transformation. Proven people leadership, including developing leaders and building a high-performing, inclusive team. Experience setting strategy and turning it into clear roadmaps, priorities, governance and measurable outcomes. Strong stakeholder management, able to influence Executive and Board-level decisions and build trust across the organisation. Commercial and financial management experience, including managing significant budgets (typically up to £5m) and leading supplier/partner performance. Good working knowledge of modern delivery and service approaches (e.g., agile/hybrid delivery, DevOps, continuous improvement) and when to use them. Experience ensuring services meet security and data protection requirements, with a working knowledge of recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001 / NIST and UK GDPR). Desirable requirements but not essential: A relevant degree or equivalent experience. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., programme/project delivery, enterprise architecture or service management). What's on Offer Salary: The role will pay a competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum. Pension scheme: The Arts Council retirement plan is a final salary scheme with contributions on a sliding scale. Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays and an additional three days leave at Christmas. All staff also earn one additional leave day per full year of service (up to five days), and we offer a scheme to buy and sell annual leave. There is also a winter closure of three days between Christmas and New Year for all colleagues. We offer generous sick pay, paid maternity, paternity and adoptive parental leave, as well as up to five days a year for personal and religious reasons. Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Manchester Office (factoring in flexibility when required) Life assurance: All staff members are automatically provided with life assurance cover. Wellbeing support: Our internalwellbeing strategy launched in 2021, and colleagues have access to a range of resources to support theirwellbeing, including: Unmind: a workplace mental health platform. The Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential 24/7 telephone counselling service which offers impartial external advice and support on personal, legal, financial and line management issues, plus up to six counselling sessions per year. A fully trained team of internal Mental Health First Aiders. Learning & development: We invest in the growth and development of all our staff, including professional qualifications, in-house and external training courses, conferences, e-learning, apprenticeships and more. We encourage individuals and teams to keep learning and developing - as a gold standard Investor in People, we provide flexible and adaptable learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Shopping discounts: Exclusive savings on high street and online shops, holidays, cinema tickets, gym membership, dining out and more. Relocation support: Newly appointed staff who need to move residence are eligible to apply for up to £5,000 support. Travel loans: Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, as well as bicycle, car and motorbike loans for those who regularly use them for commuting. Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups. If you are disabled and your application meets the essential criteria for the post, we guarantee you an interview. Candidates who wish to apply under this scheme should indicate this on their cover letter under 'Candidate Personal Information' and then demonstrate within their cover letter how they have met the essential criteria for the role. Contact: Rutesh Shah Quote job ref: JN-216 Job summary Function CIO & IT Leadership Subsector CIO & IT Leadership Subsector Industry Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Location Manchester Contract type Permanent
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Responsible for leading digital products and platforms. Lead major digital change. About Our Client Arts Council England is the national development agency for creativity and culture. We help people in every corner of the country to experience and benefit from creativity. We do this by investing in artists and organisations that make and deliver exceptional, inspirational work for our communities. We set out our strategic vision in Let's Create that by 2030 we want England to be a country in which the creativity of each of us is valued and given the chance to flourish, and where every one of us has access to a remarkable range of high-quality cultural experiences. We invest public money from the Government and the National Lottery to help support the sector and to deliver this vision. Job Description Reporting directly to the Chief Digital & Information Officer, as Director of Digital, you will lead Arts Council England's digital products and platforms, including Grants Management, CRM, Museum and Cultural Property services, the digital workplace and new AI-enabled capabilities. You will be accountable for the strategy, investment decisions and governance that ensure these services are reliable, secure, accessible and meet public-sector requirements. These services are essential to how we fund and support the sector, meet our obligations, and serve applicants, funded organisations, staff and partners. You will work closely with the Technology Director to align product direction with architecture, operational resilience and service performance, and you will be the senior voice representing business needs in digital delivery decisions. Key accountabilities: Set a clear vision and strategy for digital products and platforms. Lead and govern delivery across "run and improve" services and major transformation programmes. Ensure services meet standards for value for money, accessibility, security, data protection and assurance. Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, the Executive Board and delivery partners. Develop a high-performing team, and create an inclusive, values-led culture. Key responsibilities: Own the digital product and platform portfolio, setting priorities and balancing day-to-day service needs with longer-term change. Set direction for product roadmaps and investment, based on user needs, evidence and organisational priorities. Provide clear governance for design and change decisions, ensuring the right controls and pace of delivery. Be accountable for service performance, resilience and risk management, working with Technology to meet agreed service levels. Lead major digital change, including modernising legacy systems and improving integrations and data quality. Sponsor innovation where it adds value (including AI and automation), running controlled trials and scaling what works. Manage budgets and suppliers, ensuring strong contract performance, good commercial discipline and value for money. Lead, coach and develop the Digital team, planning capacity and building succession for key roles. Represent digital at senior forums, building alignment across Operations, Funding, Data & Insights and corporate functions. Key relationships: Chief Digital and Information Officer Technology Director and Digital, Data & Technology leadership team Chief Data Officer and Data & Insights colleagues Executive Board, transformation governance groups and peer Directors Operational leaders across Funding and corporate services (e.g., Finance, HR, Procurement) External suppliers and delivery partners The Successful Applicant About you: You are a strategic, credible leader who can work at the executive level and stay close enough to delivery to remove barriers and make good decisions. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and can explain complex issues in plain English. You understand modern digital product and platform delivery, including user-centred design, integrations, data and good service management. You can lead and improve supplier performance and contracts, and you take a disciplined approach to value for money, risk and assurance. You lead collaboratively and invest in building a high-performing, inclusive team. Essential requirements: You will need strong evidence of strategic leadership, delivery and commercial judgement. Senior leadership experience owning a portfolio of digital products/platforms across live service, improvement and transformation. Proven people leadership, including developing leaders and building a high-performing, inclusive team. Experience setting strategy and turning it into clear roadmaps, priorities, governance and measurable outcomes. Strong stakeholder management, able to influence Executive and Board-level decisions and build trust across the organisation. Commercial and financial management experience, including managing significant budgets (typically up to £5m) and leading supplier/partner performance. Good working knowledge of modern delivery and service approaches (e.g., agile/hybrid delivery, DevOps, continuous improvement) and when to use them. Experience ensuring services meet security and data protection requirements, with a working knowledge of recognised standards (e.g., ISO 27001 / NIST and UK GDPR). Desirable requirements but not essential: A relevant degree or equivalent experience. Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., programme/project delivery, enterprise architecture or service management). What's on Offer Salary: The role will pay a competitive salary up to £85,000 per annum. Pension scheme: The Arts Council retirement plan is a final salary scheme with contributions on a sliding scale. Annual leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays and an additional three days leave at Christmas. All staff also earn one additional leave day per full year of service (up to five days), and we offer a scheme to buy and sell annual leave. There is also a winter closure of three days between Christmas and New Year for all colleagues. We offer generous sick pay, paid maternity, paternity and adoptive parental leave, as well as up to five days a year for personal and religious reasons. Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the Manchester Office (factoring in flexibility when required) Life assurance: All staff members are automatically provided with life assurance cover. Wellbeing support: Our internalwellbeing strategy launched in 2021, and colleagues have access to a range of resources to support theirwellbeing, including: Unmind: a workplace mental health platform. The Employee Assistance Programme: a confidential 24/7 telephone counselling service which offers impartial external advice and support on personal, legal, financial and line management issues, plus up to six counselling sessions per year. A fully trained team of internal Mental Health First Aiders. Learning & development: We invest in the growth and development of all our staff, including professional qualifications, in-house and external training courses, conferences, e-learning, apprenticeships and more. We encourage individuals and teams to keep learning and developing - as a gold standard Investor in People, we provide flexible and adaptable learning and development opportunities for staff at all levels. Shopping discounts: Exclusive savings on high street and online shops, holidays, cinema tickets, gym membership, dining out and more. Relocation support: Newly appointed staff who need to move residence are eligible to apply for up to £5,000 support. Travel loans: Interest-free loans for travel season tickets, as well as bicycle, car and motorbike loans for those who regularly use them for commuting. Disabled, D/deaf and/or neurodivergent people and those from Black, Asian and Ethnically Diverse backgrounds are underrepresented in our workforce, so we particularly encourage applications from people in these groups. If you are disabled and your application meets the essential criteria for the post, we guarantee you an interview. Candidates who wish to apply under this scheme should indicate this on their cover letter under 'Candidate Personal Information' and then demonstrate within their cover letter how they have met the essential criteria for the role. Contact: Rutesh Shah Quote job ref: JN-216 Job summary Function CIO & IT Leadership Subsector CIO & IT Leadership Subsector Industry Public Sector & Not-For-Profit Location Manchester Contract type Permanent
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Financial Controller Reference: 367 Responsible to: Senior Finance Manager Working hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per annum Based: Watford (some flexibility for hybrid work from home) This is a position offering someone with the appropriate values and experience, the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the Finance Team, coordinating the Finance Department, ensuring that financial & payroll information is processed in accordance with HMN procedures & timescales. As a Financial Controller you will work closely with the Senior Finance Manager to drive quality financial processes through the core of the organisation, leading on the management of the team. Key Responsibilities Production of monthly management accounts to Senior Management budget holders Line Management of the Finance Administrators & Finance Officer Support with quarterly reconciliations & reports for Board Assisting with setting yearly budgets & projections in liaison with Senior Leadership Team & Finance Manager Assist budget holders in appropriate activity analysis Coordinating payroll processes are robust and efficient with HR Investigation of queries from suppliers & staff providing advice & assistance as required Produce ad-hoc financial/management information as required by the CEO or Senior Leaders To ensure financial systems guarantee clarity of requirement for grant and contract monitoring and compliance. Oversee all financial transactions, and sales and purchase invoices are accurately entered by the finance team into QuickBooks & ensure financial information is processed in accordance with procedure Awareness of UK accounting requirements and Charity SORP changes that may affect the organisation. The post holder will support SMT with budgets for service implementations and service development to facilitate continuous improvement and safe practice. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Eligibility for blue light card. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. Closing date for applications will be 20th July 2026. Interviews to be held on a rolling basis at our Watford Wellbeing Centre. This advert may close early if a suitable applicant is found. Please submit your application as soon as possible. N.B. Please quote reference number 367 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team. No agencies please.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Financial Controller Reference: 367 Responsible to: Senior Finance Manager Working hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per annum Based: Watford (some flexibility for hybrid work from home) This is a position offering someone with the appropriate values and experience, the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the Finance Team, coordinating the Finance Department, ensuring that financial & payroll information is processed in accordance with HMN procedures & timescales. As a Financial Controller you will work closely with the Senior Finance Manager to drive quality financial processes through the core of the organisation, leading on the management of the team. Key Responsibilities Production of monthly management accounts to Senior Management budget holders Line Management of the Finance Administrators & Finance Officer Support with quarterly reconciliations & reports for Board Assisting with setting yearly budgets & projections in liaison with Senior Leadership Team & Finance Manager Assist budget holders in appropriate activity analysis Coordinating payroll processes are robust and efficient with HR Investigation of queries from suppliers & staff providing advice & assistance as required Produce ad-hoc financial/management information as required by the CEO or Senior Leaders To ensure financial systems guarantee clarity of requirement for grant and contract monitoring and compliance. Oversee all financial transactions, and sales and purchase invoices are accurately entered by the finance team into QuickBooks & ensure financial information is processed in accordance with procedure Awareness of UK accounting requirements and Charity SORP changes that may affect the organisation. The post holder will support SMT with budgets for service implementations and service development to facilitate continuous improvement and safe practice. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Eligibility for blue light card. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. Closing date for applications will be 20th July 2026. Interviews to be held on a rolling basis at our Watford Wellbeing Centre. This advert may close early if a suitable applicant is found. Please submit your application as soon as possible. N.B. Please quote reference number 367 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. Our inclusive approach recognises the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team. No agencies please.
Pensions Fund Accountant (Interim) Location: London (Hybrid) Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Interim - 3-6months + We are supporting a London Borough in the appointment of an experienced Pensions Fund Accountant to join their finance team on an interim basis. This role sits within a high-value Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) environment, supporting a fund of circa £2.2bn. This is a key role focused on ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of pension fund financial reporting, working closely with senior stakeholders including investment managers, auditors, and internal finance teams. Key Responsibilities: Support the production of the Pension Fund Annual Report & Accounts in line with CIPFA requirements Prepare and review monthly investment and transaction reporting across a large pension fund portfolio Lead on complex reconciliations, ensuring accuracy within financial systems Manage and clear pension fund suspense accounts on a regular basis Maintain robust working papers and audit trails, acting as a key contact for internal and external auditors Liaise with fund managers, custodians, and pension administrators to validate financial data Support ESG reporting and governance-related activities Undertake transactional finance duties including invoice processing and query resolution Requirements: Proven experience in pension fund accounting (essential) Previous experience working within Local Government / LGPS (essential) Strong technical accounting background including reconciliations and general ledger work Working knowledge of CIPFA reporting standards Experience working with large datasets and complex financial structures Strong stakeholder engagement skills
Jun 27, 2026
Contractor
Pensions Fund Accountant (Interim) Location: London (Hybrid) Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Interim - 3-6months + We are supporting a London Borough in the appointment of an experienced Pensions Fund Accountant to join their finance team on an interim basis. This role sits within a high-value Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) environment, supporting a fund of circa £2.2bn. This is a key role focused on ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of pension fund financial reporting, working closely with senior stakeholders including investment managers, auditors, and internal finance teams. Key Responsibilities: Support the production of the Pension Fund Annual Report & Accounts in line with CIPFA requirements Prepare and review monthly investment and transaction reporting across a large pension fund portfolio Lead on complex reconciliations, ensuring accuracy within financial systems Manage and clear pension fund suspense accounts on a regular basis Maintain robust working papers and audit trails, acting as a key contact for internal and external auditors Liaise with fund managers, custodians, and pension administrators to validate financial data Support ESG reporting and governance-related activities Undertake transactional finance duties including invoice processing and query resolution Requirements: Proven experience in pension fund accounting (essential) Previous experience working within Local Government / LGPS (essential) Strong technical accounting background including reconciliations and general ledger work Working knowledge of CIPFA reporting standards Experience working with large datasets and complex financial structures Strong stakeholder engagement skills
MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT
Sheffield, Yorkshire
About Our Client South Yorkshire Police serves a diverse and vibrant region covering approximately 600 square miles and a population of almost 1.4 million people. With an annual budget of £380 million and a workforce of over 3,000 police officers and 2,200 support staff, the organisation plays a critical role in protecting communities and delivering essential public services across Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and Doncaster. At its core, South Yorkshire Police is focused on preventing crime and disorder, responding to the needs of victims and communities, and targeting those who cause the most harm. The Force is already high performing, with clear ambitions to build on this and drive future policing to an even higher standard. Working as part of a cohesive leadership team, the finance function plays a vital role in enabling these priorities, ensuring every pound is used effectively, efficiently and in the public interest. This goes beyond managing budgets, requiring strong insight, influence and leadership to support confident decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation. South Yorkshire Police is entering an important period of transformation, with a clear focus on strengthening its financial capability, embracing innovation and continuous improvement, and enhancing the impact of recent investment in systems and infrastructure. Police staff work side by side with officers, united by a shared commitment to protecting and supporting communities. This is an opportunity to join a purpose-led organisation at a pivotal moment, where inclusive, values-led leadership will play a key role in shaping the future of finance and supporting the delivery of safer communities across South Yorkshire. Job Description Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this is a visible and influential leadership role at a pivotal point for South Yorkshire Police and the wider policing sector. This is not a traditional technical finance role. You will play a key part in shaping the future direction of the finance function, working closely with the CFO to lead the organisation through a significant period of transformation. You will bring teams together, create clarity from complexity, and ensure finance is a trusted, forward-looking partner to the wider organisation. Key responsibilities include: Providing strong, values-led leadership to an established finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement Acting as a key member of the senior finance leadership team, working in partnership with the CFO to shape the long-term direction of travel for the function Translating strategic priorities into clear, actionable financial plans, ensuring alignment between organisational objectives and delivery on the ground Building strong, credible relationships across the organisation, acting as the bridge between senior leadership, operational stakeholders and budget holders Driving a more outward-facing, business-partnering approach to finance, helping non-finance colleagues understand financial context and make informed decisions Supporting the organisation to navigate complexity, scale and pace, ensuring finance keeps up with the demands of a dynamic and evolving environment Leading through change, helping the organisation unlock the benefits of recent system investment and embedding more insight-led ways of working Developing and motivating teams to perform at their best, creating an environment where people feel engaged, supported and part of a shared purpose Championing the role of finance within policing, ensuring it is seen as a proactive, enabling function rather than a transactional service This is an opportunity to join at the start of a transformation journey, not to maintain the status quo, but to help build, shape and lead what comes next. The Successful Applicant We are seeking a values-led, visible and engaging finance leader who brings people with them. This role is as much about leadership, influence and judgement as it is about technical expertise. You will be someone who can operate confidently at a senior level, translating strategic direction into meaningful action, and connecting finance with the wider organisation. This is an opportunity for an individual who is either operating at this level already or ready to step up, demonstrating the potential, self-awareness and ambition to grow into a critical leadership role within policing. You will bring: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Senior-level finance experience within a large, complex organisation (public sector or similarly complex environment highly advantageous) A leadership style that brings teams together, motivates performance and creates a strong sense of shared purpose The ability to operate at both a strategic and operational level, translating organisational priorities into clear, deliverable financial outcomes Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, challenge and build credibility across a diverse, non-finance audience Experience of working at pace within a complex environment, with the resilience and adaptability to navigate change and ambiguity The ability to act as the bridge between senior leadership priorities and delivery on the ground Critically, we are looking for someone who: Is more than a technical accountant. You will be a leader first, with the ability to shape, influence and drive change Can communicate financial information in a clear and engaging way, bringing colleagues with varying levels of financial understanding on the journey Demonstrates a genuine interest in, and passion for, policing and public service Brings curiosity and a growth mindset, with the ability to develop both themselves and others Understands that this is not a caretaker role, but an opportunity to join at the start of a transformation journey and help shape what comes next We welcome applications from individuals with a range of backgrounds. Whilst experience within policing is advantageous, we are open to candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills from across the public sector, the right leadership profile and the potential to succeed in a fast-paced, high-profile public service environment. What's on Offer Salary ranging from £77,259 to £86,055 per annum depending on experience Generous annual leave allowance of 34 days (plus bank holidays) LGPS Pension Scheme with an employer pension contribution of 11.6% Hybrid working available with a minimum requirement of 3 days a week in the office Flexible working and flexi-time available as well as a number of excellent family friendly policies Process and Key Dates: Application Deadline: Thursday 2nd July before 23:59pm First Stage Interviews: 15th and 21st July 2026 Final Stage Interviews: 24th or 27th July 2026 For any further questions please email or call, however a CV application must be received via the advert to be considered in the process. Contact: Nicola Harper Quote job ref: JN-494 Phone number: Job summary Job function Accounting Subsector Financial Director / CFO Sector Public Sector Location Sheffield Contract type Permanent
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
About Our Client South Yorkshire Police serves a diverse and vibrant region covering approximately 600 square miles and a population of almost 1.4 million people. With an annual budget of £380 million and a workforce of over 3,000 police officers and 2,200 support staff, the organisation plays a critical role in protecting communities and delivering essential public services across Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham and Doncaster. At its core, South Yorkshire Police is focused on preventing crime and disorder, responding to the needs of victims and communities, and targeting those who cause the most harm. The Force is already high performing, with clear ambitions to build on this and drive future policing to an even higher standard. Working as part of a cohesive leadership team, the finance function plays a vital role in enabling these priorities, ensuring every pound is used effectively, efficiently and in the public interest. This goes beyond managing budgets, requiring strong insight, influence and leadership to support confident decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation. South Yorkshire Police is entering an important period of transformation, with a clear focus on strengthening its financial capability, embracing innovation and continuous improvement, and enhancing the impact of recent investment in systems and infrastructure. Police staff work side by side with officers, united by a shared commitment to protecting and supporting communities. This is an opportunity to join a purpose-led organisation at a pivotal moment, where inclusive, values-led leadership will play a key role in shaping the future of finance and supporting the delivery of safer communities across South Yorkshire. Job Description Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this is a visible and influential leadership role at a pivotal point for South Yorkshire Police and the wider policing sector. This is not a traditional technical finance role. You will play a key part in shaping the future direction of the finance function, working closely with the CFO to lead the organisation through a significant period of transformation. You will bring teams together, create clarity from complexity, and ensure finance is a trusted, forward-looking partner to the wider organisation. Key responsibilities include: Providing strong, values-led leadership to an established finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement Acting as a key member of the senior finance leadership team, working in partnership with the CFO to shape the long-term direction of travel for the function Translating strategic priorities into clear, actionable financial plans, ensuring alignment between organisational objectives and delivery on the ground Building strong, credible relationships across the organisation, acting as the bridge between senior leadership, operational stakeholders and budget holders Driving a more outward-facing, business-partnering approach to finance, helping non-finance colleagues understand financial context and make informed decisions Supporting the organisation to navigate complexity, scale and pace, ensuring finance keeps up with the demands of a dynamic and evolving environment Leading through change, helping the organisation unlock the benefits of recent system investment and embedding more insight-led ways of working Developing and motivating teams to perform at their best, creating an environment where people feel engaged, supported and part of a shared purpose Championing the role of finance within policing, ensuring it is seen as a proactive, enabling function rather than a transactional service This is an opportunity to join at the start of a transformation journey, not to maintain the status quo, but to help build, shape and lead what comes next. The Successful Applicant We are seeking a values-led, visible and engaging finance leader who brings people with them. This role is as much about leadership, influence and judgement as it is about technical expertise. You will be someone who can operate confidently at a senior level, translating strategic direction into meaningful action, and connecting finance with the wider organisation. This is an opportunity for an individual who is either operating at this level already or ready to step up, demonstrating the potential, self-awareness and ambition to grow into a critical leadership role within policing. You will bring: A recognised professional accountancy qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Senior-level finance experience within a large, complex organisation (public sector or similarly complex environment highly advantageous) A leadership style that brings teams together, motivates performance and creates a strong sense of shared purpose The ability to operate at both a strategic and operational level, translating organisational priorities into clear, deliverable financial outcomes Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, challenge and build credibility across a diverse, non-finance audience Experience of working at pace within a complex environment, with the resilience and adaptability to navigate change and ambiguity The ability to act as the bridge between senior leadership priorities and delivery on the ground Critically, we are looking for someone who: Is more than a technical accountant. You will be a leader first, with the ability to shape, influence and drive change Can communicate financial information in a clear and engaging way, bringing colleagues with varying levels of financial understanding on the journey Demonstrates a genuine interest in, and passion for, policing and public service Brings curiosity and a growth mindset, with the ability to develop both themselves and others Understands that this is not a caretaker role, but an opportunity to join at the start of a transformation journey and help shape what comes next We welcome applications from individuals with a range of backgrounds. Whilst experience within policing is advantageous, we are open to candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills from across the public sector, the right leadership profile and the potential to succeed in a fast-paced, high-profile public service environment. What's on Offer Salary ranging from £77,259 to £86,055 per annum depending on experience Generous annual leave allowance of 34 days (plus bank holidays) LGPS Pension Scheme with an employer pension contribution of 11.6% Hybrid working available with a minimum requirement of 3 days a week in the office Flexible working and flexi-time available as well as a number of excellent family friendly policies Process and Key Dates: Application Deadline: Thursday 2nd July before 23:59pm First Stage Interviews: 15th and 21st July 2026 Final Stage Interviews: 24th or 27th July 2026 For any further questions please email or call, however a CV application must be received via the advert to be considered in the process. Contact: Nicola Harper Quote job ref: JN-494 Phone number: Job summary Job function Accounting Subsector Financial Director / CFO Sector Public Sector Location Sheffield Contract type Permanent
Marantomark Limited provides focused person-centered services that empower people with Mental Illness, Learning Disabilities, Complex Needs and Challenging Behaviours to be actively involved in their packages of care, promoting well-being and recovery for each individual in our Care Centres. We take great pride in providing good quality care. Marantomark own and operate a group of two care homes, one in Oldham and one in Warrington. In addition to this, the wider group also comprises a supplier of temporary agency staff, and a business providing care within a supported living environment. The finance department of Marantomark Group is based in Oldham. The Role of an Accounts Assistant is to provide support to the two Senior Finance Officers in the department, ensuring the smooth running of all aspects of finance. Main Areas of responsibility Purchase Ledger management and supplier payments Bank reconciliation Payroll processing Petty cash and pre-paid card reconciliation Residents personal allowance reconciliation Liaising with Home Managers and Administrators as required Office Administration, including answering incoming calls Ad hoc tasks as and when needed Essential Skills and Experience required: Experience of working with accounting software, Sage is desirable. Strong Excel skills. A demonstrable track record of working within an accounts team - in particular experience of working within Purchase Ledger. Attention to detail. Good organisational skills. A good communicator with excellent telephone skills. Working Hours: The role is full time however we will consider applicants looking for 25 hours per week or more
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Marantomark Limited provides focused person-centered services that empower people with Mental Illness, Learning Disabilities, Complex Needs and Challenging Behaviours to be actively involved in their packages of care, promoting well-being and recovery for each individual in our Care Centres. We take great pride in providing good quality care. Marantomark own and operate a group of two care homes, one in Oldham and one in Warrington. In addition to this, the wider group also comprises a supplier of temporary agency staff, and a business providing care within a supported living environment. The finance department of Marantomark Group is based in Oldham. The Role of an Accounts Assistant is to provide support to the two Senior Finance Officers in the department, ensuring the smooth running of all aspects of finance. Main Areas of responsibility Purchase Ledger management and supplier payments Bank reconciliation Payroll processing Petty cash and pre-paid card reconciliation Residents personal allowance reconciliation Liaising with Home Managers and Administrators as required Office Administration, including answering incoming calls Ad hoc tasks as and when needed Essential Skills and Experience required: Experience of working with accounting software, Sage is desirable. Strong Excel skills. A demonstrable track record of working within an accounts team - in particular experience of working within Purchase Ledger. Attention to detail. Good organisational skills. A good communicator with excellent telephone skills. Working Hours: The role is full time however we will consider applicants looking for 25 hours per week or more
Get Recruited (UK) Ltd
Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire
Legal Senior Compliance Officer Stoke on Trent - Office Based Up to 40,000 + Benefits The Opportunity: Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation within its sector. They are seeking someone experienced to join their team where you will be responsible for leading financial compliance activities across the business, managing a small team, ensuring regulatory requirements, financial controls and internal processes are effectively maintained. This is a great opportunity for someone from a Finance Compliance Officer, Compliance Team Leader, Legal Compliance Officer, Compliance Analyst Manager, Senior Compliance Officer or similar. The Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of Compliance Analysts while acting as a key point of contact for finance and compliance-related matters across the business. Ensure ongoing compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, AML regulations and internal controls, overseeing audits, maintaining compliance records and driving improvements where required. Review and strengthen finance processes, controls and procedures to minimise risk, improve efficiency and ensure best practice is maintained. Oversee client account balances, banking administration, file closure activities and internal compliance reviews, ensuring accurate record keeping and regulatory compliance. Produce and enhance management reporting, providing insight into compliance performance, key risks and areas for improvement. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Compliance and operational teams, providing guidance, resolving queries and supporting consistency across multiple locations when required. Experience Required: Previous experience in a Finance Compliance, Risk, Audit or Governance role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong understanding of working within a regulated environment, with experience gained in legal services, banking, financial services, accountancy or a similar sector. Experience managing, coaching, or mentoring a small team. Knowledge of financial controls, compliance frameworks, and risk management principles. Understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and AML regulations would be beneficial. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills. A proactive and collaborative approach, with a focus on continuous improvement. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Legal Senior Compliance Officer Stoke on Trent - Office Based Up to 40,000 + Benefits The Opportunity: Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation within its sector. They are seeking someone experienced to join their team where you will be responsible for leading financial compliance activities across the business, managing a small team, ensuring regulatory requirements, financial controls and internal processes are effectively maintained. This is a great opportunity for someone from a Finance Compliance Officer, Compliance Team Leader, Legal Compliance Officer, Compliance Analyst Manager, Senior Compliance Officer or similar. The Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of Compliance Analysts while acting as a key point of contact for finance and compliance-related matters across the business. Ensure ongoing compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, AML regulations and internal controls, overseeing audits, maintaining compliance records and driving improvements where required. Review and strengthen finance processes, controls and procedures to minimise risk, improve efficiency and ensure best practice is maintained. Oversee client account balances, banking administration, file closure activities and internal compliance reviews, ensuring accurate record keeping and regulatory compliance. Produce and enhance management reporting, providing insight into compliance performance, key risks and areas for improvement. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Compliance and operational teams, providing guidance, resolving queries and supporting consistency across multiple locations when required. Experience Required: Previous experience in a Finance Compliance, Risk, Audit or Governance role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong understanding of working within a regulated environment, with experience gained in legal services, banking, financial services, accountancy or a similar sector. Experience managing, coaching, or mentoring a small team. Knowledge of financial controls, compliance frameworks, and risk management principles. Understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and AML regulations would be beneficial. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills. A proactive and collaborative approach, with a focus on continuous improvement. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Reporting to: Chief Programs and Partnerships Officer (CPPO) Responsible for: Global Business Development Unit Salary: Competitive Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent/open-ended Location: US, UK, Germany, Nigeria, Iraq (Hybrid or remote working dependent on location) Safeguarding level 1 Contact with vulnerable adults or children Women for Women International (WfWI) invests where inequality is greatest by helping women who are forgotten - the women survivors of war and conflict. In Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Kosovo, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Sudan, women learn skills to rebuild their families and communities through the Women for Women International's Stronger Women, Stronger Nations Programme. Here support networks are formed, women are equipped with the skills to earn an income and save, and gain knowledge and resources about health and their rights. Since 1993, our global community has invested in the power of over half a million women across 17 conflict-affected countries, to create a ripple effect that makes the world more equal, peaceful, and prosperous. The Role The Global Director of Business Development drives Women for Women International's institutional fundraising strategy, focusing on securing restricted support from governments, multilateral agencies, and private foundations. This position is responsible and accountable for setting and achieving global business development targets. The role provides overarching direction for global proposal development, strategic donor engagement, and partnership cultivation. By offering strategic input into program design, grant management, and reporting, the Director strengthens the competitiveness of WfWI's funding efforts and supports long-term donor retention. Through direct engagement with donors and close collaboration with Communications, Policy, Advocacy, and key technical teams, this role elevates the visibility of WfWI's impact and advances programmatic partnerships that position the organization as a preferred partner for work with women survivors of conflict. As a senior leader within both the Global Programs Unit and the Global Revenue Leadership Team, the Global Director of Business Development ensures strong alignment and coordination across Country Offices, Regional Hubs and Global Support Center functions to secure and steward complex grants tied to WfWI's 2030 strategy and Global Revenue Strategy. The role oversees strategic partnerships, donor mapping, and pipeline development across regions and technical areas, ensuring cohesive organizational approaches to growth in partnership with Regional Directors. Within the Global Revenue Team, the Director collaborates with leaders of other high value revenue streams and Regional Directors to effectively allocate resources and drive collective revenue targets. This includes guiding Business Development Unit staff who may support corporate or major donor proposals and working closely with the Directors of Corporates and Development to align staffing and stewardship for corporates, trusts, and foundations. This role calls for a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and execution. As a pivotal position, it requires strong leadership to guide a proactive team and effectively manage conflict. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced institutional fundraising leader who is energised by building partnerships, navigating complexity, and unlocking new opportunities across regions and technical areas. What you'll do Strategic leadership - You will shape and lead WfWI's global institutional funding strategy, ensuring it reflects organisational priorities and regional realities. As part of the Global Revenue Team, you will help drive the organisation wide revenue strategy and identify opportunities for growth in new and existing markets, including regions where WfWI does not yet have a presence. External engagement - You will represent WfWI externally, building and nurturing relationships as well as identifying partnership opportunities that enhance our competitiveness and visibility in the fundraising space. Revenue Growth & Pipeline Management - You will manage the global pipeline, working with regional teams to track opportunities and ensure timely, coordinated submissions. Team leadership - You will lead and mentor a global team of business development professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and excellence. Planning, Budgeting & Governance - You will lead annual planning and revenue forecasting for the Business Development Unit, contribute to organisational leadership forums, and report regularly to WfWI's International Board, UK Trustees, German Supervisory Board, and US Board of Advisors. Operational Oversight - You will oversee donor intelligence systems and CRM processes, ensuring accurate pipeline tracking and forecasting. You will work closely with Finance and Programs to ensure budgets are realistic and compliant, and you will uphold safeguarding and ethical fundraising principles across all institutional funding efforts. Diversity at Women for Women International is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, political opinions, and pregnancy and maternity. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all interested parties. Requirements All criteria marked (A) for Application must be addressed in a cover letter. Required: Located in Germany, Iraq, Nigeria, UK or US with the existing right to work. (A) Proven track record of successfully achieving multi-million USD awards, increasing annual income by at least USD 5M a year in new business. (A) At least 10 years of experience in institutional fundraising, with a strong record of securing government, foundation, and multilateral grants in Africa, Europe, UK and the USA. (A) Extensive experience managing donor relationships across geographies. (A) Strong experience in developing complex, multi-country and multi-year proposals, with excellent writing, budgeting, and compliance skills for restricted funding. (A) Demonstrated leadership of teams and cross-cultural management capabilities. Passionate about working in partnership internally to achieve results through knowledge-sharing at both the country, regional and global level. (A) High levels of self-awareness and strong conflict management skills. Strong analytical, planning, and CRM (Salesforce preferred) proficiency. Commitment to WfWI's mission and values, with familiarity with global gender, development, or humanitarian sectors. In addition to fluent written and spoken English, competency in a second language spoken in a region where we work (French, Arabic, Dari, German, Swahili etc.) Preferred: Experience working directly with or in Program Country teams. Deep understanding of women's rights, gender equality, and conflict-affected contexts. Proven success in consortium-based proposals or strategic partnerships. Multi-lingual or regional expertise in conflict-affected settings. Physical Demands May require international travel, occasional evening/weekend work, extended screen time, and participation in remote meetings across time zones. All our staff are required to adhere to WfWI's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies and to our organizational values: Empowerment, Integrity, Respect, Resilience and the Leadership Principles: Decisive, Accountable, Courageous, Adaptable and Inclusive. To learn more about the power of women for women, visit womenforwomen.org or follow on social media. How to apply You will need to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter must address all the criteria above marked (A) for Application and state your location and existing right to work there. Failure to address the criteria in the covering letter will result in your application being disregarded. Please let us know if you will need reasonable adjustments to access the application process. Note about use of AI Whilst we're not against the use of AI to support our work, if you do decide to use AI to help with your application, please make sure you still personalise your answers. It's important for us to have a real insight into your unique skills and experience in order to make an informed shortlisting decision. The closing date for applications is Sunday 28 June 2026 at 23.59 GMT You will have an opportunity to attend a Q&A on Thursday, 18 June 2026. If you are interested in attending, please contact our HR team at . 1st Interview will be online week commencing Monday 20 July 2026. 2nd Interview will be online week commencing Monday 27 July 2026.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Reporting to: Chief Programs and Partnerships Officer (CPPO) Responsible for: Global Business Development Unit Salary: Competitive Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent/open-ended Location: US, UK, Germany, Nigeria, Iraq (Hybrid or remote working dependent on location) Safeguarding level 1 Contact with vulnerable adults or children Women for Women International (WfWI) invests where inequality is greatest by helping women who are forgotten - the women survivors of war and conflict. In Afghanistan, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iraq, Kosovo, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Sudan, women learn skills to rebuild their families and communities through the Women for Women International's Stronger Women, Stronger Nations Programme. Here support networks are formed, women are equipped with the skills to earn an income and save, and gain knowledge and resources about health and their rights. Since 1993, our global community has invested in the power of over half a million women across 17 conflict-affected countries, to create a ripple effect that makes the world more equal, peaceful, and prosperous. The Role The Global Director of Business Development drives Women for Women International's institutional fundraising strategy, focusing on securing restricted support from governments, multilateral agencies, and private foundations. This position is responsible and accountable for setting and achieving global business development targets. The role provides overarching direction for global proposal development, strategic donor engagement, and partnership cultivation. By offering strategic input into program design, grant management, and reporting, the Director strengthens the competitiveness of WfWI's funding efforts and supports long-term donor retention. Through direct engagement with donors and close collaboration with Communications, Policy, Advocacy, and key technical teams, this role elevates the visibility of WfWI's impact and advances programmatic partnerships that position the organization as a preferred partner for work with women survivors of conflict. As a senior leader within both the Global Programs Unit and the Global Revenue Leadership Team, the Global Director of Business Development ensures strong alignment and coordination across Country Offices, Regional Hubs and Global Support Center functions to secure and steward complex grants tied to WfWI's 2030 strategy and Global Revenue Strategy. The role oversees strategic partnerships, donor mapping, and pipeline development across regions and technical areas, ensuring cohesive organizational approaches to growth in partnership with Regional Directors. Within the Global Revenue Team, the Director collaborates with leaders of other high value revenue streams and Regional Directors to effectively allocate resources and drive collective revenue targets. This includes guiding Business Development Unit staff who may support corporate or major donor proposals and working closely with the Directors of Corporates and Development to align staffing and stewardship for corporates, trusts, and foundations. This role calls for a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and execution. As a pivotal position, it requires strong leadership to guide a proactive team and effectively manage conflict. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced institutional fundraising leader who is energised by building partnerships, navigating complexity, and unlocking new opportunities across regions and technical areas. What you'll do Strategic leadership - You will shape and lead WfWI's global institutional funding strategy, ensuring it reflects organisational priorities and regional realities. As part of the Global Revenue Team, you will help drive the organisation wide revenue strategy and identify opportunities for growth in new and existing markets, including regions where WfWI does not yet have a presence. External engagement - You will represent WfWI externally, building and nurturing relationships as well as identifying partnership opportunities that enhance our competitiveness and visibility in the fundraising space. Revenue Growth & Pipeline Management - You will manage the global pipeline, working with regional teams to track opportunities and ensure timely, coordinated submissions. Team leadership - You will lead and mentor a global team of business development professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, learning, and excellence. Planning, Budgeting & Governance - You will lead annual planning and revenue forecasting for the Business Development Unit, contribute to organisational leadership forums, and report regularly to WfWI's International Board, UK Trustees, German Supervisory Board, and US Board of Advisors. Operational Oversight - You will oversee donor intelligence systems and CRM processes, ensuring accurate pipeline tracking and forecasting. You will work closely with Finance and Programs to ensure budgets are realistic and compliant, and you will uphold safeguarding and ethical fundraising principles across all institutional funding efforts. Diversity at Women for Women International is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together for better performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, political opinions, and pregnancy and maternity. Applications are welcomed and encouraged from all interested parties. Requirements All criteria marked (A) for Application must be addressed in a cover letter. Required: Located in Germany, Iraq, Nigeria, UK or US with the existing right to work. (A) Proven track record of successfully achieving multi-million USD awards, increasing annual income by at least USD 5M a year in new business. (A) At least 10 years of experience in institutional fundraising, with a strong record of securing government, foundation, and multilateral grants in Africa, Europe, UK and the USA. (A) Extensive experience managing donor relationships across geographies. (A) Strong experience in developing complex, multi-country and multi-year proposals, with excellent writing, budgeting, and compliance skills for restricted funding. (A) Demonstrated leadership of teams and cross-cultural management capabilities. Passionate about working in partnership internally to achieve results through knowledge-sharing at both the country, regional and global level. (A) High levels of self-awareness and strong conflict management skills. Strong analytical, planning, and CRM (Salesforce preferred) proficiency. Commitment to WfWI's mission and values, with familiarity with global gender, development, or humanitarian sectors. In addition to fluent written and spoken English, competency in a second language spoken in a region where we work (French, Arabic, Dari, German, Swahili etc.) Preferred: Experience working directly with or in Program Country teams. Deep understanding of women's rights, gender equality, and conflict-affected contexts. Proven success in consortium-based proposals or strategic partnerships. Multi-lingual or regional expertise in conflict-affected settings. Physical Demands May require international travel, occasional evening/weekend work, extended screen time, and participation in remote meetings across time zones. All our staff are required to adhere to WfWI's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies and to our organizational values: Empowerment, Integrity, Respect, Resilience and the Leadership Principles: Decisive, Accountable, Courageous, Adaptable and Inclusive. To learn more about the power of women for women, visit womenforwomen.org or follow on social media. How to apply You will need to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter must address all the criteria above marked (A) for Application and state your location and existing right to work there. Failure to address the criteria in the covering letter will result in your application being disregarded. Please let us know if you will need reasonable adjustments to access the application process. Note about use of AI Whilst we're not against the use of AI to support our work, if you do decide to use AI to help with your application, please make sure you still personalise your answers. It's important for us to have a real insight into your unique skills and experience in order to make an informed shortlisting decision. The closing date for applications is Sunday 28 June 2026 at 23.59 GMT You will have an opportunity to attend a Q&A on Thursday, 18 June 2026. If you are interested in attending, please contact our HR team at . 1st Interview will be online week commencing Monday 20 July 2026. 2nd Interview will be online week commencing Monday 27 July 2026.
Deputy Chief Finance Officer Reference: MOPACDCFO Salary : £111,454.00 - £125,200.00 Contract type: Permanent , Full Time Application closing date : Sunday, 19 July /2026 - 23:59 Interview date : w/c 10 August 2026 About the role The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is the organisation through which the Mayor of London exercises his role as the Police and Crime Commissioner for London and is led by the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime. MOPAC undertakes a broad range of statutory duties and works closely with the Mayor of London, Deputy Mayor, and Metropolitan Police Service to deliver the priorities that will create safer London communities. This is a rare opportunity to be part Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) to challenge and support the Metropolitan Police Service to reform, and commission crime prevention, crime reduction and victims' services for London. We are seeking a senior finance professional to take on the role of Deputy Chief Finance Officer. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer and Director of Corporate Services, you will act as the statutory Deputy S151 Officer and play a critical leadership role in ensuring strong financial stewardship, effective governance and long-term financial sustainability. You will provide strategic financial advice to senior leaders and Board members, lead complex financial planning and budget oversight activity, and ensure robust challenge and scrutiny across major spending decisions. The role also carries responsibility for overseeing key shared services arrangements and building strong partnerships across policing, government and the wider public sector. This is a highly influential role requiring exceptional technical expertise, political awareness and leadership capability. The main responsibilities of the role: Provide strategic financial leadership and advice to senior stakeholders and Board members, including scrutiny and challenge of all significant spending decisions. Lead financial planning and sustainability, including budget setting, capital strategy, and overall financial management framework. Ensure robust governance, control, and reporting, including budgetary control frameworks, financial compliance, audit processes, and high-quality financial reporting. Lead and manage relationships and services, including overseeing finance teams, shared service arrangements, and building strong partnerships with internal leaders, policing colleagues, and external stakeholders. Application Process Candidates must submit their CV and employment history and must answer (around 1,500 characters per answer) the supplementary questions which are: Describe your experience providing strategic financial and technical accounting advice to Executive Boards, Chief Officers, elected members, or equivalent senior stakeholders. Outline your experience working within local authority and/or policing finance frameworks, including your knowledge of statutory accounting requirements. Describe your experience building effective relationships with auditors, government bodies, regulators, or strategic external partners. What do you see as the key financial challenges and opportunities currently facing policing and public sector finance, particularly within London and MOPAC-related environments?
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Deputy Chief Finance Officer Reference: MOPACDCFO Salary : £111,454.00 - £125,200.00 Contract type: Permanent , Full Time Application closing date : Sunday, 19 July /2026 - 23:59 Interview date : w/c 10 August 2026 About the role The Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) is the organisation through which the Mayor of London exercises his role as the Police and Crime Commissioner for London and is led by the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime. MOPAC undertakes a broad range of statutory duties and works closely with the Mayor of London, Deputy Mayor, and Metropolitan Police Service to deliver the priorities that will create safer London communities. This is a rare opportunity to be part Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) to challenge and support the Metropolitan Police Service to reform, and commission crime prevention, crime reduction and victims' services for London. We are seeking a senior finance professional to take on the role of Deputy Chief Finance Officer. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer and Director of Corporate Services, you will act as the statutory Deputy S151 Officer and play a critical leadership role in ensuring strong financial stewardship, effective governance and long-term financial sustainability. You will provide strategic financial advice to senior leaders and Board members, lead complex financial planning and budget oversight activity, and ensure robust challenge and scrutiny across major spending decisions. The role also carries responsibility for overseeing key shared services arrangements and building strong partnerships across policing, government and the wider public sector. This is a highly influential role requiring exceptional technical expertise, political awareness and leadership capability. The main responsibilities of the role: Provide strategic financial leadership and advice to senior stakeholders and Board members, including scrutiny and challenge of all significant spending decisions. Lead financial planning and sustainability, including budget setting, capital strategy, and overall financial management framework. Ensure robust governance, control, and reporting, including budgetary control frameworks, financial compliance, audit processes, and high-quality financial reporting. Lead and manage relationships and services, including overseeing finance teams, shared service arrangements, and building strong partnerships with internal leaders, policing colleagues, and external stakeholders. Application Process Candidates must submit their CV and employment history and must answer (around 1,500 characters per answer) the supplementary questions which are: Describe your experience providing strategic financial and technical accounting advice to Executive Boards, Chief Officers, elected members, or equivalent senior stakeholders. Outline your experience working within local authority and/or policing finance frameworks, including your knowledge of statutory accounting requirements. Describe your experience building effective relationships with auditors, government bodies, regulators, or strategic external partners. What do you see as the key financial challenges and opportunities currently facing policing and public sector finance, particularly within London and MOPAC-related environments?
A well respected organisation local to Ipswich Town Centre is seeking a confident and robust Senior Finance officer to join their experienced team. Supporting over 300 customers across the eastern region and beyond, they are dedicated to delivering professional and technical services to their customers within the finance team. This role is not your typical standard finance role, it will include client interaction, providing guidance, resolving queries and providing financial information to ensure the clients financial accounts are all in order. This is a Hybrid position, 3 days in the office per week. A fantastic opportunity to secure a diverse role in a genuinley freindly and supportive team. Key Responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of customers, monitor their financial position, and produce management accounts and reporting information. Provide advice, support, and guidance to school and academy finance staff via telephone, remotely, and onsite. Answer varied customer enquiries and conduct further investigation/analysis to contribute to customer resolution. Resolve customer problems/issues, seeking advice from the team leader as required. Perform bookkeeping and accounting for transactions, manipulate and interpret data, and conduct variance analysis. Assist in implementing identified technical/professional actions to meet customer requirements. What are we looking for? AAT qualified or working towards qualification. CIMA or ACCA a bonus but not essential. Previous experience in an accounting and finance environment. Experience with a range of finance systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel and Outlook. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to assimilate information quickly. Ability to travel to other locations. Desirable: Experience in preparing final accounts. Familiarity with the financial work of schools and academies. Experience using finance packages, including Arbor, PSF, SAGE, and Capita SIMS/FMS. Key Skills: Partnership working: Network effectively to build and use key relationships to deliver business goals. Curious: Identify issues and look for solutions. Customer-focused: Anticipate and meet customers' needs. Commercial Awareness: Understand the impact of the service on business needs. Take ownership of continuous professional development. Benefits include: Hybrid working 25 days AL plus Bank holidays increasing to 26days after one year service Buy up to 5 days annual leave scheme Pension Scheme Electric car scheme Discount schemes Flexible working
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
A well respected organisation local to Ipswich Town Centre is seeking a confident and robust Senior Finance officer to join their experienced team. Supporting over 300 customers across the eastern region and beyond, they are dedicated to delivering professional and technical services to their customers within the finance team. This role is not your typical standard finance role, it will include client interaction, providing guidance, resolving queries and providing financial information to ensure the clients financial accounts are all in order. This is a Hybrid position, 3 days in the office per week. A fantastic opportunity to secure a diverse role in a genuinley freindly and supportive team. Key Responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of customers, monitor their financial position, and produce management accounts and reporting information. Provide advice, support, and guidance to school and academy finance staff via telephone, remotely, and onsite. Answer varied customer enquiries and conduct further investigation/analysis to contribute to customer resolution. Resolve customer problems/issues, seeking advice from the team leader as required. Perform bookkeeping and accounting for transactions, manipulate and interpret data, and conduct variance analysis. Assist in implementing identified technical/professional actions to meet customer requirements. What are we looking for? AAT qualified or working towards qualification. CIMA or ACCA a bonus but not essential. Previous experience in an accounting and finance environment. Experience with a range of finance systems. Proficient in Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel and Outlook. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to assimilate information quickly. Ability to travel to other locations. Desirable: Experience in preparing final accounts. Familiarity with the financial work of schools and academies. Experience using finance packages, including Arbor, PSF, SAGE, and Capita SIMS/FMS. Key Skills: Partnership working: Network effectively to build and use key relationships to deliver business goals. Curious: Identify issues and look for solutions. Customer-focused: Anticipate and meet customers' needs. Commercial Awareness: Understand the impact of the service on business needs. Take ownership of continuous professional development. Benefits include: Hybrid working 25 days AL plus Bank holidays increasing to 26days after one year service Buy up to 5 days annual leave scheme Pension Scheme Electric car scheme Discount schemes Flexible working
Your new company We're delighted to be partnering with a well-respected organisation based in Peterborough, who are delivering meaningful work that you will be proud to be aligned with. This Finance Officer job role is available on a full-time, 12-month contract basis. Your new role Working as a Finance Officer, your duties will include: Balance sheet reconciliations Bank reconciliations Processing payments External audit support Data analysis Supporting junior staff What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, we're looking for an experienced Senior Finance Assistant who has previous experience of balance sheet and bank reconciliations, whilst also having had previous exposure to transactional finance duties. The role will require someone to be able to deliver at pace whilst being accurate, so being able to demonstrate this will also be key. An AAT qualification would be ideal, with some chartered exams completed being a bonus. What you'll get in return In return, the role comes with a generous benefits package that includes: 33,000 salary (potentially rising to 35k if you're an ACCA/ACA/CIMA studier) 37 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Generous employer pension Hybrid working - one day per week in the office Flexible hours What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 27, 2026
Contractor
Your new company We're delighted to be partnering with a well-respected organisation based in Peterborough, who are delivering meaningful work that you will be proud to be aligned with. This Finance Officer job role is available on a full-time, 12-month contract basis. Your new role Working as a Finance Officer, your duties will include: Balance sheet reconciliations Bank reconciliations Processing payments External audit support Data analysis Supporting junior staff What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, we're looking for an experienced Senior Finance Assistant who has previous experience of balance sheet and bank reconciliations, whilst also having had previous exposure to transactional finance duties. The role will require someone to be able to deliver at pace whilst being accurate, so being able to demonstrate this will also be key. An AAT qualification would be ideal, with some chartered exams completed being a bonus. What you'll get in return In return, the role comes with a generous benefits package that includes: 33,000 salary (potentially rising to 35k if you're an ACCA/ACA/CIMA studier) 37 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Generous employer pension Hybrid working - one day per week in the office Flexible hours What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Given the seniority of this role, you will engage regularly and directly with a broad set of internal and external stakeholders: Head of Reward - your direct line; a close collaborative partnership with significant mutual exposure Chief Financial Officer and Finance leadership - joint ownership of compensation budgets, headcount planning, and cost modelling Chief People Officer / HR Director - contributing to the people strategy agenda and translating it into reward design Executive Committee members - advising on senior-level pay decisions, role levelling, and retention arrangements Remuneration Committee (RemCo) - supporting the preparation and delivery of RemCo papers, data packs, and governance materials General Counsel and Compliance - navigating FCA remuneration code obligations and regulatory disclosures External advisers and remuneration consultants - managing relationships with benchmarking providers and reward consultancies People Business Partners - translating reward frameworks into practical guidance for the business Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end annual compensation review cycle - from budgeting and benchmarking through to award letters and manager briefings Own the preparation and presentation of RemCo materials, including total remuneration analyses, policy proposals, and year-end reporting packs Drive the firm's pay benchmarking strategy, selecting and participating in relevant surveys and translating findings into actionable insight Lead on job architecture and grading, ensuring a robust and consistent approach to role levelling across the firm Oversee the benefits programme end to end - vendor management, renewal cycles, employee communications, and ongoing enhancement Act as the internal expert on FCA remuneration code compliance, supporting disclosures and regulatory submissions Develop and maintain reward policies, ensuring they are fit for purpose, clearly communicated, and consistently applied Partner with Finance on compensation cost modelling, scenario planning, and headcount-related budget management Lead on gender pay gap analysis and reporting, with accountability for narrative and action planning Identify and drive continuous improvement across reward processes, systems, and analytics capabilityPlease reach out to for more information
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Given the seniority of this role, you will engage regularly and directly with a broad set of internal and external stakeholders: Head of Reward - your direct line; a close collaborative partnership with significant mutual exposure Chief Financial Officer and Finance leadership - joint ownership of compensation budgets, headcount planning, and cost modelling Chief People Officer / HR Director - contributing to the people strategy agenda and translating it into reward design Executive Committee members - advising on senior-level pay decisions, role levelling, and retention arrangements Remuneration Committee (RemCo) - supporting the preparation and delivery of RemCo papers, data packs, and governance materials General Counsel and Compliance - navigating FCA remuneration code obligations and regulatory disclosures External advisers and remuneration consultants - managing relationships with benchmarking providers and reward consultancies People Business Partners - translating reward frameworks into practical guidance for the business Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end annual compensation review cycle - from budgeting and benchmarking through to award letters and manager briefings Own the preparation and presentation of RemCo materials, including total remuneration analyses, policy proposals, and year-end reporting packs Drive the firm's pay benchmarking strategy, selecting and participating in relevant surveys and translating findings into actionable insight Lead on job architecture and grading, ensuring a robust and consistent approach to role levelling across the firm Oversee the benefits programme end to end - vendor management, renewal cycles, employee communications, and ongoing enhancement Act as the internal expert on FCA remuneration code compliance, supporting disclosures and regulatory submissions Develop and maintain reward policies, ensuring they are fit for purpose, clearly communicated, and consistently applied Partner with Finance on compensation cost modelling, scenario planning, and headcount-related budget management Lead on gender pay gap analysis and reporting, with accountability for narrative and action planning Identify and drive continuous improvement across reward processes, systems, and analytics capabilityPlease reach out to for more information
Role: Finance Business Partner X2 Type: Permanent Salary: 46,000 - 52,000 Hybrid Working: 2-3 days on-site per week Location: South Yorkshire Sellick Partnership are supporting a growing Multi Academy Trust in South Yorkshire with the recruitment of two Finance Business Partners . These are excellent opportunities to join a collaborative central finance team, providing strategic financial support across either a cluster of 3 secondary schools or 4 primary schools . Key Responsibilities Provide strategic financial business partnering to Headteachers and senior leaders Lead on budget setting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports Monitor budgets and provide financial insight and challenge to stakeholders Maintain strong financial controls and balance sheet responsibility Line manage Finance Officer(s) and support their development Drive continuous improvement and value for money initiatives across the Trust The Ideal Candidate Will Have Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) Strong management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting experience Excellent business partnering and stakeholder management skills Experience within a Multi Academy Trust, school, or public sector environment is desirable Strong analytical skills with the ability to influence decision-making If you believe you are well suited to this excellent opportunity of Strategic Finance Business Partner, please apply directly or contact Jack Rice at Sellick Partnership for more information. Due to the nature of the requirement, interviews will be arranged as suitable applications are received. 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 27, 2026
Full time
Role: Finance Business Partner X2 Type: Permanent Salary: 46,000 - 52,000 Hybrid Working: 2-3 days on-site per week Location: South Yorkshire Sellick Partnership are supporting a growing Multi Academy Trust in South Yorkshire with the recruitment of two Finance Business Partners . These are excellent opportunities to join a collaborative central finance team, providing strategic financial support across either a cluster of 3 secondary schools or 4 primary schools . Key Responsibilities Provide strategic financial business partnering to Headteachers and senior leaders Lead on budget setting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports Monitor budgets and provide financial insight and challenge to stakeholders Maintain strong financial controls and balance sheet responsibility Line manage Finance Officer(s) and support their development Drive continuous improvement and value for money initiatives across the Trust The Ideal Candidate Will Have Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent) Strong management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting experience Excellent business partnering and stakeholder management skills Experience within a Multi Academy Trust, school, or public sector environment is desirable Strong analytical skills with the ability to influence decision-making If you believe you are well suited to this excellent opportunity of Strategic Finance Business Partner, please apply directly or contact Jack Rice at Sellick Partnership for more information. Due to the nature of the requirement, interviews will be arranged as suitable applications are received. 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.
Get Recruited (UK) Ltd
Stoke-on-trent, Staffordshire
Senior Compliance Officer Stoke on Trent - Office Based Up to 40,000 + Benefits The Opportunity: Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation within its sector. They are seeking someone experienced to join their team where you will be responsible for leading financial compliance activities across the business, managing a small team, ensuring regulatory requirements, financial controls and internal processes are effectively maintained. This is a great opportunity for someone from a Finance Compliance Officer, Compliance Team Leader, Legal Compliance Officer, Compliance Analyst Manager, Senior Compliance Officer or similar. The Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of Compliance Analysts while acting as a key point of contact for finance and compliance-related matters across the business. Ensure ongoing compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, AML regulations and internal controls, overseeing audits, maintaining compliance records and driving improvements where required. Review and strengthen finance processes, controls and procedures to minimise risk, improve efficiency and ensure best practice is maintained. Oversee client account balances, banking administration, file closure activities and internal compliance reviews, ensuring accurate record keeping and regulatory compliance. Produce and enhance management reporting, providing insight into compliance performance, key risks and areas for improvement. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Compliance and operational teams, providing guidance, resolving queries and supporting consistency across multiple locations when required. Experience Required: Previous experience in a Finance Compliance, Risk, Audit or Governance role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong understanding of working within a regulated environment, with experience gained in legal services, banking, financial services, accountancy or a similar sector. Experience managing, coaching, or mentoring a small team. Knowledge of financial controls, compliance frameworks, and risk management principles. Understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and AML regulations would be beneficial. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills. A proactive and collaborative approach, with a focus on continuous improvement. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Compliance Officer Stoke on Trent - Office Based Up to 40,000 + Benefits The Opportunity: Get Recruited are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services organisation with a strong reputation within its sector. They are seeking someone experienced to join their team where you will be responsible for leading financial compliance activities across the business, managing a small team, ensuring regulatory requirements, financial controls and internal processes are effectively maintained. This is a great opportunity for someone from a Finance Compliance Officer, Compliance Team Leader, Legal Compliance Officer, Compliance Analyst Manager, Senior Compliance Officer or similar. The Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of Compliance Analysts while acting as a key point of contact for finance and compliance-related matters across the business. Ensure ongoing compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, AML regulations and internal controls, overseeing audits, maintaining compliance records and driving improvements where required. Review and strengthen finance processes, controls and procedures to minimise risk, improve efficiency and ensure best practice is maintained. Oversee client account balances, banking administration, file closure activities and internal compliance reviews, ensuring accurate record keeping and regulatory compliance. Produce and enhance management reporting, providing insight into compliance performance, key risks and areas for improvement. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Finance, Compliance and operational teams, providing guidance, resolving queries and supporting consistency across multiple locations when required. Experience Required: Previous experience in a Finance Compliance, Risk, Audit or Governance role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment. Strong understanding of working within a regulated environment, with experience gained in legal services, banking, financial services, accountancy or a similar sector. Experience managing, coaching, or mentoring a small team. Knowledge of financial controls, compliance frameworks, and risk management principles. Understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and AML regulations would be beneficial. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills. A proactive and collaborative approach, with a focus on continuous improvement. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.
ACCA, CIMA, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT, BALLYKELLY, DERRY, NICS, PUBLIC SECTOR, GOVERNMENT ROLE Your new company You will be joining DAERA within the Financial Reporting Branch, based at Jubilee House. The team supports financial reporting across the department, including annual accounts, budgeting, and monthly financial oversight. This is a massive department which will be great for exposure and experience in NICS, the Team itself is small (approx. 3 staff), collaborative, and offers a flexible working environment with hybrid options and on-site facilities including car parking. Your new role As a Staff Officer Accountant (Financial/Management), you will play a key role in financial reporting and management accounting. Responsibilities include preparing monthly cash forecasts, accruals, and management accounts, supporting the annual accounts process, and liaising with business areas on financial returns and variance analysis. You will oversee data accuracy (including unmapped balances), contribute to SOAS calculations, and provide support during year-end processes. The role also involves managing an EO2 and working closely with senior stakeholders within the department. What you'll need to succeed Full Membership of a recognised professional chartered accountancy body At least 1 year's experience in a finance-related environment within the last 5 years Strong Excel skills, including handling large data sets and extracting insights Ability to analyse financial data and challenge stakeholders effectively Desirable: Experience with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs What you'll get in return £24.04- £25.01 p/h (£41,272 Annually) Hybrid working (2 days in office - typically Tuesday & Wednesday) Flexible working environment Opportunity to gain experience in a busy financial reporting function On-site parking and supportive team structure Exposre and support to external permanent posiitons Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Jun 27, 2026
Seasonal
ACCA, CIMA, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT, BALLYKELLY, DERRY, NICS, PUBLIC SECTOR, GOVERNMENT ROLE Your new company You will be joining DAERA within the Financial Reporting Branch, based at Jubilee House. The team supports financial reporting across the department, including annual accounts, budgeting, and monthly financial oversight. This is a massive department which will be great for exposure and experience in NICS, the Team itself is small (approx. 3 staff), collaborative, and offers a flexible working environment with hybrid options and on-site facilities including car parking. Your new role As a Staff Officer Accountant (Financial/Management), you will play a key role in financial reporting and management accounting. Responsibilities include preparing monthly cash forecasts, accruals, and management accounts, supporting the annual accounts process, and liaising with business areas on financial returns and variance analysis. You will oversee data accuracy (including unmapped balances), contribute to SOAS calculations, and provide support during year-end processes. The role also involves managing an EO2 and working closely with senior stakeholders within the department. What you'll need to succeed Full Membership of a recognised professional chartered accountancy body At least 1 year's experience in a finance-related environment within the last 5 years Strong Excel skills, including handling large data sets and extracting insights Ability to analyse financial data and challenge stakeholders effectively Desirable: Experience with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs What you'll get in return £24.04- £25.01 p/h (£41,272 Annually) Hybrid working (2 days in office - typically Tuesday & Wednesday) Flexible working environment Opportunity to gain experience in a busy financial reporting function On-site parking and supportive team structure Exposre and support to external permanent posiitons Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
This is a senior leadership role leading a large, multi-disciplinary corporate finance function of 40+ colleagues, covering Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Exchequer, Pensions, Payroll and Systems. You will work closely with the Chief Finance Officer to shape strategy, bring alignment across teams, and ensure finance is a forward-looking and trusted partner to the wider organisation. Client Details This is a senior leadership opportunity within a large and complex public sector organisation serving a diverse community across a significant geographic region in Yorkshire. With a substantial budget and a sizeable workforce, the organisation plays a critical role in delivering essential services and supporting local communities. Finance sits at the heart of this, ensuring resources are used effectively, transparently, and in the public interest. The organisation is entering a significant period of change, with a focus on strengthening financial capability, improving systems, and continuing to embed a culture of continuous improvement. This creates a genuine opportunity to shape how finance supports future priorities. Description Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this is a visible and influential leadership role at a key moment for the organisation. You will lead a sizeable corporate finance function of 40+ colleagues, bringing together a range of teams and disciplines into a clear, aligned and high-performing function. This is not just a technical finance position. You will play a central role in shaping the direction of the finance function, helping translate strategy into practical delivery and ensuring finance is a forward-looking, trusted partner to the wider organisation. You will: Provide leadership to a broad corporate finance function, creating clarity, alignment and a strong sense of purpose Work closely with the Chief Finance Officer to shape long-term financial strategy and priorities Translate organisational objectives into clear, deliverable financial plans Ensure strong financial governance, planning and reporting frameworks are in place Support and challenge senior stakeholders to enable effective decision-making Lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture Play a key role in ongoing transformation activity, including systems, processes and ways of working Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer as required Profile A successful Head of Corporate Finance should have: A professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Proven experience in corporate finance within the public sector or similar industries. Strong leadership and team management skills. Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and risk management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. You will be an experienced finance leader who is comfortable operating at senior level within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. You're likely to bring: Proven experience in senior finance leadership roles A track record of managing and developing larger teams (typically 20+), with a focus on building a positive, high-performing culture The ability to motivate, engage and bring consistency across teams, particularly through periods of change Strong understanding of public sector finance and governance frameworks The ability to translate complex financial information into practical insight A collaborative approach, with the confidence to influence and challenge constructively Experience leading teams through transformation and embedding new ways of working A genuine interest in developing people, shaping team structures and supporting succession planning A professional accountancy qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is expected. Job Offer Salary ranging from £77,259 to £86,055 per annum depending on experience Generous annual leave allowance of 34 days (plus bank holidays) LGPS Pension Scheme with an employer pension contribution of 11.6% Hybrid working available with a minimum requirement of 3 days a week in the office Flexible working and flexi-time available as well as a number of excellent family friendly policies Closing date - 2nd July 2026
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
This is a senior leadership role leading a large, multi-disciplinary corporate finance function of 40+ colleagues, covering Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Exchequer, Pensions, Payroll and Systems. You will work closely with the Chief Finance Officer to shape strategy, bring alignment across teams, and ensure finance is a forward-looking and trusted partner to the wider organisation. Client Details This is a senior leadership opportunity within a large and complex public sector organisation serving a diverse community across a significant geographic region in Yorkshire. With a substantial budget and a sizeable workforce, the organisation plays a critical role in delivering essential services and supporting local communities. Finance sits at the heart of this, ensuring resources are used effectively, transparently, and in the public interest. The organisation is entering a significant period of change, with a focus on strengthening financial capability, improving systems, and continuing to embed a culture of continuous improvement. This creates a genuine opportunity to shape how finance supports future priorities. Description Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this is a visible and influential leadership role at a key moment for the organisation. You will lead a sizeable corporate finance function of 40+ colleagues, bringing together a range of teams and disciplines into a clear, aligned and high-performing function. This is not just a technical finance position. You will play a central role in shaping the direction of the finance function, helping translate strategy into practical delivery and ensuring finance is a forward-looking, trusted partner to the wider organisation. You will: Provide leadership to a broad corporate finance function, creating clarity, alignment and a strong sense of purpose Work closely with the Chief Finance Officer to shape long-term financial strategy and priorities Translate organisational objectives into clear, deliverable financial plans Ensure strong financial governance, planning and reporting frameworks are in place Support and challenge senior stakeholders to enable effective decision-making Lead and develop high-performing teams, fostering a collaborative and supportive culture Play a key role in ongoing transformation activity, including systems, processes and ways of working Deputise for the Chief Finance Officer as required Profile A successful Head of Corporate Finance should have: A professional qualification in accounting or finance (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Proven experience in corporate finance within the public sector or similar industries. Strong leadership and team management skills. Expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and risk management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. You will be an experienced finance leader who is comfortable operating at senior level within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. You're likely to bring: Proven experience in senior finance leadership roles A track record of managing and developing larger teams (typically 20+), with a focus on building a positive, high-performing culture The ability to motivate, engage and bring consistency across teams, particularly through periods of change Strong understanding of public sector finance and governance frameworks The ability to translate complex financial information into practical insight A collaborative approach, with the confidence to influence and challenge constructively Experience leading teams through transformation and embedding new ways of working A genuine interest in developing people, shaping team structures and supporting succession planning A professional accountancy qualification (e.g. CIPFA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) is expected. Job Offer Salary ranging from £77,259 to £86,055 per annum depending on experience Generous annual leave allowance of 34 days (plus bank holidays) LGPS Pension Scheme with an employer pension contribution of 11.6% Hybrid working available with a minimum requirement of 3 days a week in the office Flexible working and flexi-time available as well as a number of excellent family friendly policies Closing date - 2nd July 2026
Gloucester, UK Hybrid Working International Travel Lead the transactions that shape our future. This is an exceptional opportunity to join Optimas , a private equity-backed international business , at an exciting stage of growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) , you'll lead our global inorganic growth strategy, identifying, evaluating and executing strategic acquisitions that strengthen our market position, expand our capabilities and create long-term value. Working closely with the CEO, CFO, Board and Executive Leadership Team, you'll influence the future direction of our international business, leading complex cross-border transactions from opportunity through to integration and value realisation. If you're a commercially astute M&A leader who thrives on strategic challenge and delivering transformational growth, we'd love to hear from you. About Optimas International Optimas International is a multinational distributor of integrated supply chain solutions and engineering support, delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to customers around the world. Operating across the UK, Europe and Asia, we combine global scale with local expertise to deliver innovative supply chain solutions and exceptional customer service. Backed by private equity investment, Optimas has ambitious growth plans, with mergers, acquisitions and strategic partnerships playing a central role in accelerating our expansion and creating long-term shareholder value. What you'll be doing As Director of M&A, you'll lead the Group's corporate development agenda, taking ownership of the full transaction lifecycle from strategy through to integration. You'll: Develop and execute Optimas' global M&A strategy in line with corporate growth objectives. Build and manage a robust pipeline of acquisition opportunities across international markets. Lead market mapping, competitor analysis and target identification. Own end-to-end transaction delivery, including valuation, financial modelling, due diligence, negotiation and completion. Present investment recommendations and business cases to the Executive Team and Board. Lead post-acquisition integration planning to maximise value creation and deliver strategic objectives. Monitor synergy delivery, ROI and business performance following acquisitions. Manage external advisers, including investment banks, legal counsel, tax advisers and consultants. Act as a trusted adviser to the CFO, CEO and Board on corporate development opportunities and investment decisions. Support broader strategic planning and portfolio optimisation initiatives. What we're looking for You'll be an accomplished M&A professional with the commercial acumen, financial expertise and leadership capability to influence at the highest level. You'll bring: Significant experience in M&A, Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, Deal Advisory, Investment Banking or Corporate Development. A proven track record of leading complex domestic and cross-border acquisitions. Experience delivering successful post-merger integration programmes. Advanced financial modelling, valuation and commercial analysis skills. Strong knowledge of transaction structuring and multi-jurisdictional deal execution. Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Credibility and confidence working with Boards, investors and senior executives. Experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, distribution or supply chain sectors would be advantageous. Why join Optimas International? This is more than an M&A role; it's an opportunity to shape the future of a growing private equity-backed international organisation. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll have a genuine seat at the table, working alongside the Executive Leadership Team to deliver transformational acquisitions and strategic initiatives that drive long-term growth. You'll join a collaborative, ambitious organisation where your expertise will directly influence the future direction and success of the business. We respectfully request that agencies do not submit unsolicited CVs.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Gloucester, UK Hybrid Working International Travel Lead the transactions that shape our future. This is an exceptional opportunity to join Optimas , a private equity-backed international business , at an exciting stage of growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) , you'll lead our global inorganic growth strategy, identifying, evaluating and executing strategic acquisitions that strengthen our market position, expand our capabilities and create long-term value. Working closely with the CEO, CFO, Board and Executive Leadership Team, you'll influence the future direction of our international business, leading complex cross-border transactions from opportunity through to integration and value realisation. If you're a commercially astute M&A leader who thrives on strategic challenge and delivering transformational growth, we'd love to hear from you. About Optimas International Optimas International is a multinational distributor of integrated supply chain solutions and engineering support, delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to customers around the world. Operating across the UK, Europe and Asia, we combine global scale with local expertise to deliver innovative supply chain solutions and exceptional customer service. Backed by private equity investment, Optimas has ambitious growth plans, with mergers, acquisitions and strategic partnerships playing a central role in accelerating our expansion and creating long-term shareholder value. What you'll be doing As Director of M&A, you'll lead the Group's corporate development agenda, taking ownership of the full transaction lifecycle from strategy through to integration. You'll: Develop and execute Optimas' global M&A strategy in line with corporate growth objectives. Build and manage a robust pipeline of acquisition opportunities across international markets. Lead market mapping, competitor analysis and target identification. Own end-to-end transaction delivery, including valuation, financial modelling, due diligence, negotiation and completion. Present investment recommendations and business cases to the Executive Team and Board. Lead post-acquisition integration planning to maximise value creation and deliver strategic objectives. Monitor synergy delivery, ROI and business performance following acquisitions. Manage external advisers, including investment banks, legal counsel, tax advisers and consultants. Act as a trusted adviser to the CFO, CEO and Board on corporate development opportunities and investment decisions. Support broader strategic planning and portfolio optimisation initiatives. What we're looking for You'll be an accomplished M&A professional with the commercial acumen, financial expertise and leadership capability to influence at the highest level. You'll bring: Significant experience in M&A, Transaction Services, Corporate Finance, Deal Advisory, Investment Banking or Corporate Development. A proven track record of leading complex domestic and cross-border acquisitions. Experience delivering successful post-merger integration programmes. Advanced financial modelling, valuation and commercial analysis skills. Strong knowledge of transaction structuring and multi-jurisdictional deal execution. Excellent negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Credibility and confidence working with Boards, investors and senior executives. Experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, distribution or supply chain sectors would be advantageous. Why join Optimas International? This is more than an M&A role; it's an opportunity to shape the future of a growing private equity-backed international organisation. Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll have a genuine seat at the table, working alongside the Executive Leadership Team to deliver transformational acquisitions and strategic initiatives that drive long-term growth. You'll join a collaborative, ambitious organisation where your expertise will directly influence the future direction and success of the business. We respectfully request that agencies do not submit unsolicited CVs.
Interim Finance Manager - 3-6 months - Immediate start available Company Background Hays Senior Finance are exclusively supporting a fantastic British brand with a global reputation for creativity, quality, and originality. They blend rich heritage with a pioneering, globally inspired spirit. Role Overview As interim Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on accurate accounting, robust reporting, and effective financial controls as the business continues to expand. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business. You will play a central role in ensuring financial discipline, supporting informed decision-making, and enabling sustainable growth as the organisation evolves. Key Responsibilities Own the core accounting operations of the business, delivering accurate daily and weekly financial reporting and continuously improving the quality, relevance, and usability of management information. Deliver a timely and accurate month-end close, including preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and oversight of subsidiaries in line with company and Group reporting deadlines. Prepare and submit statutory and regulatory filings, including VAT returns, import declarations, and other required compliance submissions. Manage sales ledger and purchase ledger activities, including approval of working capital movements and forecasting material cash-flow impacts for the CFO. Maintain and enhance strong financial controls and processes, embedding new systems and ways of working that support budgeting, forecasting, and scalable growth. Qualifications and Experience Demonstrable experience owning and managing core financial operations within a commercial business environment. Part-qualified or fully qualified through a recognised accounting body (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA). Candidates qualified by experience will also be considered, provided they demonstrate strong practical knowledge of financial operations, reporting, and controls. Strong working knowledge of daily, weekly, and month-end reporting, with a track record of meeting company and Group reporting deadlines in a growing and/or multi-channel business. Experience managing sales ledger and purchase ledger teams, with accountability for working capital and cash-flow management. Proven ability to improve reporting quality, controls, systems, or financial processes to support business growth and operational efficiency. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to take real ownership within a globally recognised British brand. As Finance Manager, you'll play a central, hands-on role in the day-to-day financial operations of the business, with direct exposure to senior leadership and the chance to influence how the business grows. You'll work closely with the CFO and key stakeholders, shaping reporting, controls, and processes that support informed decision-making and scalable growth. Rather than firefighting, you'll have the scope to improve systems, enhance business intelligence, and embed best practice. Alongside meaningful responsibility and professional development, you'll be part of a creative, inclusive environment that values quality, originality, and collaboration - supporting a brand that continues to shape global design conversations.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
Jun 27, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Finance Manager - 3-6 months - Immediate start available Company Background Hays Senior Finance are exclusively supporting a fantastic British brand with a global reputation for creativity, quality, and originality. They blend rich heritage with a pioneering, globally inspired spirit. Role Overview As interim Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on accurate accounting, robust reporting, and effective financial controls as the business continues to expand. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business. You will play a central role in ensuring financial discipline, supporting informed decision-making, and enabling sustainable growth as the organisation evolves. Key Responsibilities Own the core accounting operations of the business, delivering accurate daily and weekly financial reporting and continuously improving the quality, relevance, and usability of management information. Deliver a timely and accurate month-end close, including preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations and oversight of subsidiaries in line with company and Group reporting deadlines. Prepare and submit statutory and regulatory filings, including VAT returns, import declarations, and other required compliance submissions. Manage sales ledger and purchase ledger activities, including approval of working capital movements and forecasting material cash-flow impacts for the CFO. Maintain and enhance strong financial controls and processes, embedding new systems and ways of working that support budgeting, forecasting, and scalable growth. Qualifications and Experience Demonstrable experience owning and managing core financial operations within a commercial business environment. Part-qualified or fully qualified through a recognised accounting body (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA). Candidates qualified by experience will also be considered, provided they demonstrate strong practical knowledge of financial operations, reporting, and controls. Strong working knowledge of daily, weekly, and month-end reporting, with a track record of meeting company and Group reporting deadlines in a growing and/or multi-channel business. Experience managing sales ledger and purchase ledger teams, with accountability for working capital and cash-flow management. Proven ability to improve reporting quality, controls, systems, or financial processes to support business growth and operational efficiency. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to take real ownership within a globally recognised British brand. As Finance Manager, you'll play a central, hands-on role in the day-to-day financial operations of the business, with direct exposure to senior leadership and the chance to influence how the business grows. You'll work closely with the CFO and key stakeholders, shaping reporting, controls, and processes that support informed decision-making and scalable growth. Rather than firefighting, you'll have the scope to improve systems, enhance business intelligence, and embed best practice. Alongside meaningful responsibility and professional development, you'll be part of a creative, inclusive environment that values quality, originality, and collaboration - supporting a brand that continues to shape global design conversations.What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
