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Financial Controller (Growth SME) Kent (based between Maidstone and Ashford) £60,000 - £65,000 The Opportunity Are you a proactive, enthusiastic and commercially aware qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACCA) looking for a challenging new role within an agile and growing SME (circa £15m turnover). This is an ambitious SME amid a period of significant investment, change and growth (organic and potential acquisition led). You'll be reporting to the strategically focused Group CFO and be responsible for all day to day financial reporting and control for the business (managing a team of 3 in finance). There's tons to get stuck into alongside the BAU financial reporting / management accounting. You'll have chance to get under the skin of the numbers to truly add value. You'll have the freedom and autonomy to partner with non finance colleagues across the group to gain clear awareness of the drivers of cost, margin, sales and profit streams. This is a fast paced SME amid change. You need to be a versatile, driven and astute accountant who will enjoy being part of a continuous improvement journey. Step one is drilling into the currently monthly controls and reporting to make month end as slick and accurate as possible. From there you have loads of freedom to get into added value projects and "make a difference" activities. Required: Previous experience of management accounts prep and presentation within a professional and reasonably complex SME. CIMA, ACA or ACCA fully qualified. Experience of enhancing existing reporting and ensuring that the pack is accurate and controls are robust. Great communication skills and ability to build relationships effectively. A proactive approach to solving problems alongside the MD and CFO. A hands on nature, you need to be absolutely comfortable getting stuck in and getting into the weeds of the finances, particularly in the first 6 months or so. It's a great opportunity for a confident, commercially savvy and tenacious qualified accountant. Apply now If you would like to be considered for the Financial Controller role, please click 'apply now' or contact our team direct.

At Hft, we believe learning disabled people deserve the opportunity to live the best life possible. Through personalised support, campaigning for positive change and creating solutions for independent living, we're transforming lives every day. We're looking for a commercially minded, qualified finance professional to join us as our Commercial Finance Manager. This is a unique opportunity to combine your commercial expertise with meaningful social impact, helping secure sustainable growth and ensuring our services continue to support people to live with choice, independence and dignity. About the role Reporting to the CFO, you'll play a pivotal role in driving Hft's growth strategy by providing expert financial modelling, costing, pricing and commercial insight across tenders, contract renewals, fee uplift negotiations and new business opportunities. Working closely with our Business Development and Operational teams, you'll be the key link between commercial ambition and financial sustainability, ensuring decisions are underpinned by robust analysis and sound commercial judgement. What you'll be doing Developing financial models, pricing strategies and business cases for tenders and new opportunities Leading the financial preparation of annual fee uplift submissions and supporting commissioner negotiations Providing scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis and commercial insight to support decision-making Partnering with Business Development and Operations teams to evaluate opportunities and support growth Ensuring commercial proposals align with financial plans, governance requirements and organisational strategy Supporting the development of commercial frameworks, costing methodologies and financial tools What we're looking for CCAB, CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant Significant experience in commercial finance, financial modelling, costing or pricing roles Experience supporting tenders, bids, commercial proposals or contract negotiations Strong financial modelling and advanced Excel skills Excellent stakeholder management and business partnering capability Ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable insight Experience within health, social care, housing or commissioned services environments would be advantageous Why join Hft? You'll be joining an organisation with a strong social purpose, ambitious plans for the future and a culture built on our values of being Diverse, Kind, Positive and Visionary. Selection Process We will be shortlisting applications on an ongoing basis. If shortlisted, you'll be invited to a pre-screening interview with a member of the hiring team. Successful candidates will then progress to a final competency-based interview, along with an opportunity to meet the team and learn more about Hft. If you're looking for a role where your commercial expertise can make a genuine difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the safety and security in the maritime and marine industry. Role overview of our Director of Finance - Operations This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, reporting directly into the Delivery Director with a dotted line into the group CFO. This role is to lead the financial management of our system projects. The position of Director of Finance - Operations is a hands on role where you will be working within the Project Management Office Team, to ensure that system deployment projects are robustly budgeted and costs are controlled and minimised as executed. Our system projects vary in size from $2m to over $300m and more in the future. Each project is a complex mix of civil infrastructure building, technology and services deployment, and requires pro-active management as decisions are considered and made. You will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the project execution teams and their respective project directors have full project P&L and Cash Flow visibility in real time, and to pro-actively work with them to help minimise cost and plan cash flow. The role of Director of Finance - Operations role is based from our Bristol office with some flexibility for Hybrid working. Responsibilities - Director of Finance - Operations (not exhaustive): Maintaining cost budgets and forecasts for each project Ensuring project teams understand the cost implications of decisions and actively assisting them to optimise cost Maintaining project cash flows Actively highlighting risks and suggesting mitigation actions Liaising with customers and suppliers in regards to payment terms and control Preparing and managing milestone and invoicing documentation Liaising with foreign tax and regulatory authorities Skills & Experience - Director of Finance - Operations (not exhaustive): You will have extensive experience in a similar project and cost accounting role and have formal accounting qualifications, with strong experience of working at a senior level in a business Pro-active & inquisitive by nature with an absolute attention to detail and accuracy Proven and strong experience of cost and management accounting in a commercial, engineering, heavy manufacturing or industrial setting Solid knowledge and understanding of computer based accounting, cost control systems, accounting systems and excel Excellent communication and presentation skills An innate ability to understand the operations behind the numbers and a pragmatic approach to problem solving Experience of liaising with auditors Appreciation of cultural differences in overseas territories and ability to communicate well with customers and advisors overseas International Financial experience would prove to be highly beneficial in the role, with working knowledge of various currencies Benefits of the Director of Finance - Operations Highly Competitive Salary Career development opportunities Company "Get to know you" days Please note This role may require occasional overseas travel as required by the business SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Financial Controller Central London c. £75,000 - £90,000p.a. Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to grow with a scaling consultancy? Do you enjoy creating clarity, strengthening controls and helping leadership make better decisions? Do you have a background withing people-led or consultancy businesses? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity. This business is led by a highly respected and engaging SLT who are keen for the successful candidate to ultimately develop into a Finance Director role as the organisation continues to grow. We're working with a well-respected, professional services business (confidential for now) looking for an experienced Financial Controller to provide stability and leadership during an important phase of change. You'll work closely with a highly credible fractional CFO and senior leadership team, taking real ownership of the finance function - not just reporting the numbers, but helping shape what happens next. What you'll be doing Leading monthly management accounts and cashflow forecasting Managing invoice finance relationships and credit control discipline Preparing budgets and rolling forecasts Strengthening controls, processes and reporting Mentoring a small finance team Partnering with operational leaders to drive better decisions You'll likely be a great fit if you Are an experienced Financial Controller (or strong Finance Manager ready to step up) ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or close) Have a background within a people-led or consulting business Enjoy improving processes and bringing structure Are confident with Xero and cloud-based systems Have worked in professional services / project-led businesses This is a people-focused business with momentum - and they want finance to be at the centre of decision-making, not just reporting after the event. If you're looking for impact, ownership and good people around you, let's talk. . We do our best to reply to EVERY application! We have been candidates too and we work hard to treat you in the same way that we would want to be treated. Therefore, we try not to rely on a generic advert disclaimer as this is something that is important for us and the businesses we partner with. Given the high volume of responses we receive from the combination of job boards, social media and other sources and despite our best efforts, many of our responses will be via email as we simply can't call every application - We know that may not quite what you want to hear but we hope you'll understand and that you like our approach. We work with great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes us, and our clients stronger, more creative and ultimately better at what we all do. Short-listed candidates will obviously be contacted for this specific role and, regardless of the outcome of this process, feel free to ustilise the 'job seeker resources' on our website.

Your new company Hays are delighted to be retained on the recruitment of a FP&A Director to join a large international group Headquartered in the North West of England.The business operates across over 20 countries in the Engineering and Industrial space and has a turnover in excess of US$800 million.The group is owned by a large US based entity and as such the group is subject to US reporting and forecasting timetables and regulations. Your new role As FP&A Director you will lead a team to implement robust processes to achieve forecasting and planning excellence across the group.You'll implement improved management information and dashboards and ensure reporting completed within US-led deadlines.You will drive the implementation of Group KPI's across the entities and will develop and enhance the use of technology such as Power Bi and the group consolidation and forecasting platform. What you'll need to succeed For this exciting role we are looking for a proven FP&A leader who has significant experience of working with US owned groups and is familiar with US Led reporting standards and forecasting.You'll need strong technical FP&A skills: financial modelling, scenario analysis, consolidation, and management reporting at group level.You will have excellent communication skills and have a track record of operating as a true business partner to CFO-level and CEO-level stakeholders, translating financial complexity into clear strategic narrative.You'll have experience of leading a team, but also of influencing others in a matrix leadership structure across multiple geographies.As a pioneer and innovator, you'll embrace the use of technology including Power Bi and be familiar with Consolidation and Forecasting platforms.Whilst this role can be a primarily remote role, you would be expected to travel to the North West periodically to collaborate with your colleagues.You should also be comfortable with occasional international travel. What you'll get in return In addition to a highly competitive salary in the region of £13000 to £160000 the role comes with a generous suite of corporate benefits including Bonus, car allowance and private healthcare . A full list of benefits is available upon application. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

An exclusive opportunity has arisen within a London based Family Office that is seeking a CFO/COO to manage the financial affairs of two Founders, and their related entities. Reporting directly to the Founders, the CFO/COO will provide operational and financial support to the Founders and their families across a broad range of responsibilities. The CFO/COO will oversee the day-to-day operations of the family office and will take responsibility of the relationships with all external advisors and service providers. The CFO/COO will possess strong leadership and communication skills, a strong work ethic with a "roll up your sleeves" style, coupled with high emotional intelligence and integrity. This role will suit someone who is energetic and responsive to the broad and ever changing duties of this challenging yet rewarding role. Profile of the successful candidate: Must have experience working with family offices, trusts and offshore structures. Familiar with private equity fund structure, partnership (e.g. GP/LP, LLP etc) and corporate. Experience with the US, European, Australian accounting and tax framework is desirable Someone with an accounting background (ACA/ACCA) but who will quickly become a generalist Confidential and professional nature Proactive, hard-working, jack-of-all-trades, able to wear numerous hats simultaneously Experience of managing and hiring teams High degree of meticulousness and commerciality We will consider full-time applicants only. We offer hybrid working. Responsibilities and Essential Duties include but are not limited to: Working with the Founders on strategy and budget, keeping the Founders abreast of their financial positions, cashflow needs Be the main contact with banks, lawyers, tax advisers, accountants, fund administrators, trustees etc. Liaising with investment managers, investment advisers and monitoring the performance of investments Undertaking due diligence of new investment opportunities - consider structuring, coordinate with legal counsels & tax advisers, reviewing investment agreements & completing necessary paperwork Overseeing investment exit and asset disposal, monitoring incoming funds Manage a team of 2-3 accountants & tax specialists. The team is responsible for Financial management & reporting; Tax compliance and reporting; Tax optimisation; Treasury - payment and cash management; Managing payments and the admin-side of the family office Hold an active role within the Founders' charitable trusts If you would like to find out more about the role, please send a (preferably Word) copy of your latest resume

Reed is partnering with a key client in the education sector to recruit an Interim Chief Operating Officer based in the Northeast for an initial temporary assignment with potential for a long term role. This is a project focused executive role reporting directly to the CEO, working closely with the CFO, and supporting key operational and strategic initiatives across the organisation. The Role As COO, you will lead a range of high impact projects aimed at strengthening operational performance, improving systems, and supporting the organisation's ongoing development. You'll play a critical role in ensuring services run efficiently while enabling schools to focus on delivering excellent education. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver operational improvement projects across HR, Finance, IT, and Estates Work closely with the CFO on financial planning, efficiencies, and resource allocation Support the CEO in executing strategic priorities and organisational change Review and enhance systems, processes, and controls to improve scalability Drive performance through clear KPIs and measurable outcomes Support compliance, governance, and risk management frameworks Contribute to growth initiatives and operational integration activities About You Experienced senior leader with a strong background in operational delivery and project work Proven ability to work at pace in complex organisations Strong business partnering experience Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Confident communicator, able to influence at executive level The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim leader to make an immediate impact, working closely with senior leadership on strategic and operational priorities.

Finance Manager Central London c£60,000 - £75,000p.a. Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking to grow with a scaling consultancy? Do you enjoy creating clarity, strengthening controls and helping leadership make better decisions? Do you have a background withing people-led or consultancy businesses? If so, this could be the ideal opportunity. This business is led by a highly respected and engaging SLT who are keen for the successful candidate to ultimately develop into an FC/FD role as the organisation continues to grow. We're working with a well-respected, professional services business (confidential for now) looking for an experienced Financial Controller to provide stability and leadership during an important phase of change. You'll work closely with a highly credible fractional CFO and senior leadership team, taking real ownership of the finance function - not just reporting the numbers, but helping shape what happens next. What you'll be doing Leading monthly management accounts and cashflow forecasting Managing invoice finance relationships and credit control discipline Preparing budgets and rolling forecasts Strengthening controls, processes and reporting Mentoring a small finance team Partnering with operational leaders to drive better decisions You'll likely be a great fit if you Are an experienced Financial Controller (or strong Finance Manager ready to step up) Are ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or close) Have a background within a people-led or consulting business Enjoy improving processes and bringing structure Are confident with Xero and cloud-based systems Have worked in professional services / project-led businesses This is a people-focused business with momentum - and they want finance to be at the centre of decision-making, not just reporting after the event. If you're looking for impact, ownership and good people around you, let's talk. . We do our best to reply to EVERY application! We have been candidates too and we work hard to treat you in the same way that we would want to be treated. Therefore, we try not to rely on a generic advert disclaimer as this is something that is important for us and the businesses we partner with. Given the high volume of responses we receive from the combination of job boards, social media and other sources and despite our best efforts, many of our responses will be via email as we simply can't call every application - We know that may not quite what you want to hear but we hope you'll understand and that you like our approach. We work with great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes us, and our clients stronger, more creative and ultimately better at what we all do. Short-listed candidates will obviously be contacted for this specific role and, regardless of the outcome of this process, feel free to ustilise the 'job seeker resources' on our website.

Assistant Director - Finance £89,735 per annum Portishead with agile working Permanent - 37 hours per week Lead Financial Strategy. Drive Transformation. Make a Difference We are seeking an Assistant Director - Finance to join our Operational Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial direction of our organisation. This is a great opportunity for an experienced finance leader who combines strategic insight with operational excellence, and strong people skills. Reporting to the CFO, you will provide strategic financial leadership across the organisation. You'll lead a business partnering team who add value by proactively working with stakeholders to ensure financial control and best practice. You will also manage our Rent setting function to ensure statutory and regulatory standards are met and that costs represent good value for money to our customers. Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles across the organisation, you will maintain strong internal compliance, audit processes, and risk management arrangements. Using data-driven insights, you will influence business decisions and improve organisational performance. You will also present complex financial information clearly to boards, committees, and non-financial audiences. You will be a champion a culture of accountability and commercial awareness across the organisation. About You: You will need to be a fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), with significant experience operating at a senior level. Results focused with proven ability to lead financial strategy and organisational change, you will be aligned with our A-Game standards and able to bring exceptional leadership, influencing, and collaboration to the role. Along with a passion for service excellence, continuous improvement and innovation you will lead the team with purpose and enthusiasm. As an Operational Leadership Team member you will receive 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and private medical insurance. We review applications when received, so we may close the vacancy early if we find that perfect candidate. If the role interests you, then apply now!

A well-established college in Birmingham is seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the senior leadership team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled finance professional to provide leadership, stability, and strategic direction during a period of transition and development. Reporting directly to the CEO, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring robust financial management, regulatory compliance, and the long-term financial sustainability of the college. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic financial leadership and advice to the Principal, Executive Team, and Governing Board. Lead the college's financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, funding, and audit requirements. Oversee cash flow management, treasury activities, and financial risk management. Deliver accurate and timely management accounts and financial performance reports. Support the development and implementation of the college's strategic objectives. Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial control and governance. Manage relationships with external auditors, funding bodies, banks, and key stakeholders. Identify opportunities for efficiencies, cost savings, and income generation. Support capital projects, funding applications, and business cases where required. Person Specification Essential: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, or equivalent). Significant senior-level financial leadership experience, ideally as a CFO, Finance Director, or Deputy CFO. Experience within the education, public sector, charity, or not-for-profit environment. Strong understanding of financial governance, compliance, and risk management. Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders and boards. Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills. Experience managing complex budgets and financial planning processes. Desirable: Previous experience within further education, higher education, or the wider education sector. Knowledge of funding frameworks relevant to colleges. Experience of leading organisational change or transformation programmes.

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the safety and security in the maritime and marine industry. Role overview of our Director of Finance - Operations This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, reporting directly into the Delivery Director with a dotted line into the group CFO. This role is to lead the financial management of our system projects. The position of Director of Finance - Operations is a hands on role where you will be working within the Project Management Office Team, to ensure that system deployment projects are robustly budgeted and costs are controlled and minimised as executed. Our system projects vary in size from $2m to over $300m and more in the future. Each project is a complex mix of civil infrastructure building, technology and services deployment, and requires pro-active management as decisions are considered and made. You will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the project execution teams and their respective project directors have full project P&L and Cash Flow visibility in real time, and to pro-actively work with them to help minimise cost and plan cash flow. The role of Director of Finance - Operations role is based from our Bristol office with some flexibility for Hybrid working. Responsibilities - Director of Finance - Operations (not exhaustive): Maintaining cost budgets and forecasts for each project Ensuring project teams understand the cost implications of decisions and actively assisting them to optimise cost Maintaining project cash flows Actively highlighting risks and suggesting mitigation actions Liaising with customers and suppliers in regards to payment terms and control Preparing and managing milestone and invoicing documentation Liaising with foreign tax and regulatory authorities Skills & Experience - Director of Finance - Operations (not exhaustive): You will have extensive experience in a similar project and cost accounting role and have formal accounting qualifications, with strong experience of working at a senior level in a business Pro-active & inquisitive by nature with an absolute attention to detail and accuracy Proven and strong experience of cost and management accounting in a commercial, engineering, heavy manufacturing or industrial setting Solid knowledge and understanding of computer based accounting, cost control systems, accounting systems and excel Excellent communication and presentation skills An innate ability to understand the operations behind the numbers and a pragmatic approach to problem solving Experience of liaising with auditors Appreciation of cultural differences in overseas territories and ability to communicate well with customers and advisors overseas International Financial experience would prove to be highly beneficial in the role, with working knowledge of various currencies Benefits of the Director of Finance - Operations Highly Competitive Salary Career development opportunities Company "Get to know you" days Please note This role may require occasional overseas travel as required by the business SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) London, UK (HQ: Luxembourg) £200,000-£250,000 + Growth Shares The Company Our client is a well-capitalised, privately backed energy infrastructure developer with ambitious plans for growth across EMEA. The company secures strategic land and delivers grid-scale power for the next generation of energy-intensive users - including AI Data Centres, Hyperscale Computing Campuses, and other critical infrastructure. With Multi£m in committed private funding, a high-calibre leadership team, and strong relationships with UK Councils, major landowners, and institutional partners, they are positioned to become the pre-eminent powered land business in Europe. Its operations are headquartered in London, with a holding structure in Luxembourg. The Opportunity This is a pivotal hire at a critical stage of its growth. The CFO will be a true strategic partner to the CEO and founding team, taking ownership of the full financial agenda as the business scales its platform across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The role carries equity participation in the form of growth shares, making this a genuine wealth creation opportunity for the right individual. You will be joining at the ground floor of a business with the ambition, capital, and connectivity to build something exceptional. The Role Act as strategic financial partner to the CEO, Board, and investors, presenting institutional-grade reporting and pipeline forecasts Lead all capital raising activity, including green bonds, mezzanine financing, structured project debt, and equity from sovereign and infrastructure funds Structure and underwrite complex land and grid-power option contracts, managing risk across a distributed European pipeline Oversee project financials for large-scale powered land and data centre shell developments, from initial option through to completion Establish and lead the international finance function across EMEA, including tax optimisation, treasury management, and FX hedging Manage cross-border tax structures covering the Luxembourg holding entity and UK operating business Drive financial governance and controls across multi-site CapEx programmes and complex supply chains Build and lead a high-performing, multi-location finance team as the business scales The Person An experienced CFO or Finance Director with a background in infrastructure, energy, real estate, data centres, or adjacent sectors Comfortable with the financial complexity of option contracts, powered land transactions, or grid-scale power agreements - or able to demonstrate highly transferable deal-structuring experience Proven in raising institutional capital (debt and equity) from sophisticated investors including infrastructure funds, private equity, or sovereign wealth funds Experienced operating across multiple EMEA jurisdictions, with a strong grasp of international tax, treasury, and regulatory frameworks Qualified to ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA or equivalent standard A self-starter who thrives in a founder-led, entrepreneurial environment and is energised by building something from the ground up Attracted by equity participation and the prospect of creating genuine long-term wealth alongside a highly ambitious team

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Luxury Hospitality & Wellness On behalf of an iconic, household name in the luxury hospitality and wellness sector, our client is a market-leading brand currently executing a transformative, heavily backed modernization and expansion strategy. Supported by a premier institutional investment partner, the group is deploying significant capital into portfolio-wide asset upgrades, sustainability infrastructure, and next-generation wellness technology. Simultaneously, the business is pivoting toward a highly scalable, asset-light domestic and international management contract and franchise model. Reporting directly to the CEO and Board, the incoming CFO will assume ultimate accountability for the group's financial strategy, capital structure, and operational efficiency during a defining chapter of growth and strategic valuation milestones. Key Responsibilities C-Suite & Board Leadership: Act as a strategic co-pilot to the CEO and Board, providing the financial vision required to steer the group through aggressive scaling and business model evolution. Capital Governance & ROI: Oversee the financial allocation, deployment, and performance tracking of a multi-million-pound capital expenditure and multi-site refurbishment program. Investor Relations & Funding: Manage the critical relationship with the group's primary institutional investment partners, ensuring robust reporting, covenant compliance, and optimized capital structuring. Operational Turnaround & Margin Protection: Drive aggressive profitability initiatives across the estate, implementing strict cost controls and operational efficiencies to successfully counter macroeconomic and inflationary headwinds. Corporate Strategy & Valuation: Lead relationships with tier-one external advisory firms to evaluate long-term strategic options, joint ventures, and corporate valuation milestones. The Ideal Profile C-Suite Track Record: Proven experience as a CFO, Deputy CFO, or Finance Director within luxury hospitality, elite leisure, premium spa/wellness, or high-end multi-site real estate/retail . Capital Program Stewardship: A successful history of governing large-scale capital allocation programs and property integrations. Business Transformation Expertise: Direct experience navigating structural corporate shifts, specifically the transition from asset-heavy models to asset-light (management contract/franchise) frameworks. Commercial Grit: A proven ability to optimize bottom-line performance, restructure costs, and protect margins in a high-cost economic landscape. Corporate Finance & M&A Savvy: Strong background in corporate fundraising, refinancing, institutional investor relations, or preparing a business for strategic options/valuation events.

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

I am recruiting an Interim CFO to lead the sale of a PE backed services based organisation in the North West. They are seeking an experienced Interim CFO to lead them through the exit process and work with advisors and potential buyers. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for a proven leader who can: - Drive and deliver a full PE exit - Operate at pace - Partner closely with investors and the executive team To be considered for this role you must have a proven track record of delivering numerous PE exits. You will have ideally worked within a people based business and strong understanding of the drivers and metrics behind this sort of organisation. You will be commercially astute, strategic, and execution-focused

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the safety and security in the maritime and marine industry. Role overview of our Director of Finance - Operations This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, reporting directly into the Delivery Director with a dotted line into the group CFO. This role is to lead the financial management of our system projects. The position of Director of Finance - Operations is a hands on role where you will be working within the Project Management Office Team, to ensure that system deployment projects are robustly budgeted and costs are controlled and minimised as executed. Our system projects vary in size from $2m to over $300m and more in the future. Each project is a complex mix of civil infrastructure building, technology and services deployment, and requires pro-active management as decisions are considered and made. You will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the project execution teams and their respective project directors have full project P&L and Cash Flow visibility in real time, and to pro-actively work with them to help minimise cost and plan cash flow. The role of Director of Finance - Operations role is based from our Bristol office with some flexibility for Hybrid working. Responsibilities - Director of Finance - Operations (not exhaustive): Maintaining cost budgets and forecasts for each project Ensuring project teams understand the cost implications of decisions and actively assisting them to optimise cost Maintaining project cash flows Actively highlighting risks and suggesting mitigation actions Liaising with customers and suppliers in regards to payment terms and control Preparing and managing milestone and invoicing documentation Liaising with foreign tax and regulatory authorities Skills & Experience - Director of Finance - Operations (not exhaustive): You will have extensive experience in a similar project and cost accounting role and have formal accounting qualifications, with strong experience of working at a senior level in a business Pro-active & inquisitive by nature with an absolute attention to detail and accuracy Proven and strong experience of cost and management accounting in a commercial, engineering, heavy manufacturing or industrial setting Solid knowledge and understanding of computer based accounting, cost control systems, accounting systems and excel Excellent communication and presentation skills An innate ability to understand the operations behind the numbers and a pragmatic approach to problem solving Experience of liaising with auditors Appreciation of cultural differences in overseas territories and ability to communicate well with customers and advisors overseas International Financial experience would prove to be highly beneficial in the role, with working knowledge of various currencies Benefits of the Director of Finance - Operations Highly Competitive Salary Career development opportunities Company "Get to know you" days Please note This role may require occasional overseas travel as required by the business SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Finance Systems Lead South Wales (Hybrid) Up to £90,000 + Package Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a leading developer and operator of data centre campuses across Europe to appoint a Finance Systems Lead. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex finance technology landscape and drive the next generation of automation, reporting, ERP enhancement and AI-enabled transformation across a rapidly growing international business. Working closely with the Finance Director and CFO, you'll act as a key partner to the finance leadership team, ensuring systems, processes and technology continue to support the evolving needs of a sophisticated finance function. This role offers a unique blend of finance, systems, transformation and business partnering responsibilities. This is not a traditional finance role, but it does require a strong understanding of finance and accounting processes. We're particularly interested in speaking with qualified accountants and finance professionals who have developed expertise in finance systems, ERP platforms, transformation projects or technology-enabled process improvement. It's a strategic position for someone who combines finance expertise with systems leadership, project delivery and a passion for leveraging technology to create smarter, faster and more scalable ways of working. The Opportunity You'll become the bridge between Finance, Technology and Business Operations, owning the roadmap for finance systems across a dynamic, high-growth organisation. From ERP optimisation and automation initiatives to AI-driven process improvements and advanced analytics, you'll be responsible for turning ideas into reality while ensuring finance remains efficient, controlled and future-ready. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll lead multiple transformation programmes simultaneously and play a pivotal role in shaping how finance operates within one of the world's fastest-growing infrastructure sectors. What You'll Be Doing Own the Finance Technology Ecosystem Act as the subject matter expert for finance systems and process improvement. Drive enhancements, integrations and optimisation across ERP and finance platforms. Ensure systems are scalable, secure and capable of supporting future growth. Champion best practice in governance, controls and data integrity. Lead AI & Automation Initiatives Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation and emerging technologies across finance operations. Partner with stakeholders to redesign processes and eliminate manual effort. Deliver smarter reporting, forecasting and decision-support capabilities. Drive innovation that enhances productivity, accuracy and business performance. Deliver Strategic Transformation Projects Lead end-to-end implementation and transformation projects from requirements gathering through to deployment and adoption. Manage multiple workstreams, vendors and stakeholders simultaneously. Drive testing, change management, training and successful business adoption. Balance innovation, pace and control in a fast-moving environment. Enable Better Business Decisions Enhance reporting, analytics and self-service insight capabilities. Develop dashboards and performance metrics that support commercial decision-making. Improve the quality, accessibility and value of finance data across the organisation. Partner with Senior Finance Leadership Work closely with the Finance Director and CFO to align finance systems strategy with wider business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor on finance process improvement, reporting capabilities and technology investment decisions. Support the ongoing evolution of the finance function through systems optimisation, automation and innovation. Translate finance requirements into scalable technology solutions that drive operational excellence. About You You'll likely bring a combination of: A finance or accountancy background, ideally supported by a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or significant relevant experience. Experience within Finance, Accounting, ERP Systems, Finance Transformation or Financial Systems leadership. A proven track record delivering ERP, finance systems or digital transformation projects. Practical experience with Yardi Voyager or a comparable ERP platform. Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience implementing automation, workflow improvements or AI-enabled solutions. The ability to translate business requirements into practical technology solutions. Confidence working closely with CFOs, Finance Directors, senior finance leaders, IT teams and third-party vendors. Experience with Power BI or similar reporting and analytics tools would be advantageous. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys solving complex problems, challenging traditional processes and using technology to create meaningful business impact. Why Join? Shape the future of finance technology within a rapidly expanding global organisation. Play a key role in the company's AI and automation journey. Lead high-profile transformation programmes with executive-level visibility. Join a business operating at the heart of the digital infrastructure revolution. Enjoy flexible hybrid working from either South Wales or London. Up to £90,000 basic salary plus annual performance bonus. Private healthcare. 4x annual salary life assurance. Excellent pension scheme with just a 1% employee contribution and a 7% employer contribution. 25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies, large-scale international projects and significant career progression opportunities. Work within a collaborative, high-performing environment that values innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth. Apply Now If you're excited by the opportunity to combine Finance, Systems, AI and Transformation into one influential role, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more, please contact Môrwell Talent Solutions for a confidential discussion.

Finance Systems Lead London (Hybrid) Up to £90,000 + Package Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a leading developer and operator of data centre campuses across Europe to appoint a Finance Systems Lead. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex finance technology landscape and drive the next generation of automation, reporting, ERP enhancement and AI-enabled transformation across a rapidly growing international business. Working closely with the Finance Director and CFO, you'll act as a key partner to the finance leadership team, ensuring systems, processes and technology continue to support the evolving needs of a sophisticated finance function. This role offers a unique blend of finance, systems, transformation and business partnering responsibilities. This is not a traditional finance role, but it does require a strong understanding of finance and accounting processes. We're particularly interested in speaking with qualified accountants and finance professionals who have developed expertise in finance systems, ERP platforms, transformation projects or technology-enabled process improvement. It's a strategic position for someone who combines finance expertise with systems leadership, project delivery and a passion for leveraging technology to create smarter, faster and more scalable ways of working. The Opportunity You'll become the bridge between Finance, Technology and Business Operations, owning the roadmap for finance systems across a dynamic, high-growth organisation. From ERP optimisation and automation initiatives to AI-driven process improvements and advanced analytics, you'll be responsible for turning ideas into reality while ensuring finance remains efficient, controlled and future-ready. Working closely with senior leadership, you'll lead multiple transformation programmes simultaneously and play a pivotal role in shaping how finance operates within one of the world's fastest-growing infrastructure sectors. What You'll Be Doing Own the Finance Technology Ecosystem Act as the subject matter expert for finance systems and process improvement. Drive enhancements, integrations and optimisation across ERP and finance platforms. Ensure systems are scalable, secure and capable of supporting future growth. Champion best practice in governance, controls and data integrity. Lead AI & Automation Initiatives Identify opportunities to leverage AI, automation and emerging technologies across finance operations. Partner with stakeholders to redesign processes and eliminate manual effort. Deliver smarter reporting, forecasting and decision-support capabilities. Drive innovation that enhances productivity, accuracy and business performance. Deliver Strategic Transformation Projects Lead end-to-end implementation and transformation projects from requirements gathering through to deployment and adoption. Manage multiple workstreams, vendors and stakeholders simultaneously. Drive testing, change management, training and successful business adoption. Balance innovation, pace and control in a fast-moving environment. Enable Better Business Decisions Enhance reporting, analytics and self-service insight capabilities. Develop dashboards and performance metrics that support commercial decision-making. Improve the quality, accessibility and value of finance data across the organisation. Partner with Senior Finance Leadership Work closely with the Finance Director and CFO to align finance systems strategy with wider business objectives. Act as a trusted advisor on finance process improvement, reporting capabilities and technology investment decisions. Support the ongoing evolution of the finance function through systems optimisation, automation and innovation. Translate finance requirements into scalable technology solutions that drive operational excellence. About You You'll likely bring a combination of: A finance or accountancy background, ideally supported by a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or significant relevant experience. Experience within Finance, Accounting, ERP Systems, Finance Transformation or Financial Systems leadership. A proven track record delivering ERP, finance systems or digital transformation projects. Practical experience with Yardi Voyager or a comparable ERP platform. Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience implementing automation, workflow improvements or AI-enabled solutions. The ability to translate business requirements into practical technology solutions. Confidence working closely with CFOs, Finance Directors, senior finance leaders, IT teams and third-party vendors. Experience with Power BI or similar reporting and analytics tools would be advantageous. Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys solving complex problems, challenging traditional processes and using technology to create meaningful business impact. Why Join? Shape the future of finance technology within a rapidly expanding global organisation. Play a key role in the company's AI and automation journey. Lead high-profile transformation programmes with executive-level visibility. Join a business operating at the heart of the digital infrastructure revolution. Enjoy flexible hybrid working from either South Wales or London. Up to £90,000 basic salary plus annual performance bonus. Private healthcare. 4x annual salary life assurance. Excellent pension scheme with just a 1% employee contribution and a 7% employer contribution. 25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies, large-scale international projects and significant career progression opportunities. Work within a collaborative, high-performing environment that values innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth. Apply Now If you're excited by the opportunity to combine Finance, Systems, AI and Transformation into one influential role, we'd love to hear from you. To find out more, please contact Môrwell Talent Solutions for a confidential discussion.