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Record to Report Accountant Salary: Competitive salary Benefits: Company share save scheme, Competitive matched pension contributions, Life insurance up to 4x salary Location: Newark Ways of Working: Hybrid Hours of work: Mon - Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Contract Type: Permanent Why Greencore? Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we're one of the UK's leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better. As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we're proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life. Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn. Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop. What you'll be doing In this dynamic and rewarding role as a Record to Report Accountant, you will take ownership of the day-to-day processing of accounting activities and ensure reporting is delivered in line with weekly, monthly, and annual timetables. Your responsibilities will cover a broad range of areas, including fixed asset management, inventory accounting, journal postings, intercompany transactions, accruals and prepayments, as well as supporting the year-end audit. You will be part of a team committed to building a centre of excellence for accounting, where processes and Standard Operating Procedures are consistently followed, service levels and performance targets are achieved, and opportunities for improvement are continuously identified and implemented. By delivering outstanding service, applying your expertise, and helping us refine processes, you will contribute to continuous improvement and support the long-term success of our business. Role Accountabilities: Post and maintain journal entries, accruals, and reports. Perform inventory and fixed asset accounting and audits. Manage intercompany invoicing and reconciliations. Lead period-end close, reconciliations, and cost allocations. Resolve queries and escalate when needed. Support audits and ensure compliance. Support team, drive improvements, and communicate with leadership. What we're looking for A finance professional with experience in a Record-to-Report (RTR) role. Strong understanding of the end-to-end RTR process. Role is highly SAP-focused; hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA is essential. Qualified or working towards a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Solid working knowledge of UK-adopted International Accounting Standards (IFRS) and relevant UK GAAP. We're not all the same at Greencore and our differences help us to make everyday taste better for all our stakeholders. We truly put our people at the core and are proud of our diversity. If this sounds like you, join us and grow with Greencore, and be a part of driving our future success. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and job-related benefits Holidays Competitive matched pension contributions Life insurance up to 4x salary Company share save scheme Greencore Qualifications Exclusive Greencore employee discount platform Access to a full Wellbeing Centre platform Enhanced parental leave and menopause policies Throughout your time at Greencore, you will be supported with on-the-job training and development opportunities to further your career. NH 1

PORTFOLIO ACCOUNTANT • Rendall & Rittner • £Competitive, aligned to experience • Hybrid ROLE OVERVIEW We need a Portfolio Accountant who can take ownership of a designated portfolio and manage it confidently while continuing to build experience in residential property accounting. You'll be responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of accounting records across a designated portfolio of properties, ensuring financial reporting, year-end delivery and strong financial control. The portfolio is designed to remain manageable, allowing focus on service quality, financial accuracy and stakeholder relationships. ROLE EXPECTATIONS This is a varied portfolio accounting role that requires strong organisation, sound judgement and confidence dealing with internal stakeholders, auditors and property teams. You will need to balance reporting quality, compliance and deadlines at the same time and be comfortable making decisions rather than escalating them. You will be expected to manage your portfolio, spotting issues early, maintaining controls and improving standards, not just reacting to problems. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE You'll be successful in this role if: Your portfolio records are accurate, compliant and well maintained Year-end accounts and audit processes are delivered smoothly Stakeholders trust you and see you as their go-to point of contact Budgets, reporting and cashflow are controlled and transparent HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Most weeks, you'll be: Preparing year-end accounts including allocation of costs Organising audits, posting journals and responding to queries Preparing trial balances and management reporting Approving draft accounts and liaising with boards and property managers Preparing budget templates and uploading onto systems Reviewing handover information and setting up new clients Monitoring cashflow and managing outstanding creditors Preparing VAT returns where applicable Preparing and controlling void service charges You'll work in a hybrid environment, trusted to manage your time and priorities effectively. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR This role suits someone who: Has proven experience working within portfolio or property accounting Is confident handling reporting cycles and reconciliations Understands financial controls and accounting best practice Communicates clearly and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders Takes pride in delivering a high-quality service EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Accounting qualification (full or part qualified - CIMA / ACCA / AAT) or qualified by experience Experience within the property industry Advanced Excel skills Knowledge of accounting systems (Propman desirable) Strong attention to detail and quality standards Strong analysis and problem-solving capability WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary, aligned to experience Discretionary bonus Home-based working with portfolio travel 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave Fully funded training and professional development Paid sabbaticals as a loyalty reward Pension scheme and employee assistance programme Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment ABOUT RENDALL & RITTNER Rendall & Rittner is one of the UK's most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo. We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year. HOW WE HIRE Initial conversation with our talent team Interview focused on experience, judgement and approach We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout. INTERESTED? Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.

Ready to fast-track your finance career? This is your next big step. Join a business on a clear growth path, and put your energy, curiosity and eye for technology to work shaping its financial future. You'll help guide the next phase of growth across global markets - building serious expertise in multi-entity finance and strategic planning far faster than you would in a typical role at this stage. This isn't a seat-warming job. You'll be the most senior finance person in the business, working directly alongside the MD. That means getting stuck in - approving payments, reviewing revenue recognition, going through every invoice that needs a judgment call. Small team, high trust, real autonomy. Alongside the day-to-day, you'll be shaping how we run the business: improving our systems and reporting, connecting our data into something we can actually use, and helping us build the financial infrastructure to support international growth. What you'll do You'll investigate, summarise, report on, and recommend improvements - getting your insights in front of senior leadership from day one. You'll support the finance team in delivering a high-quality service to all stakeholders, with plenty of scope to grow into leading it. You'll work closely with the MD, getting involved in coaching P&L managers and supporting decisions that shape the company's future - brilliant experience to have on your CV early in your career. You'll take on financial management across international entities, with genuine opportunities to get involved in new market entries and expansion. You'll also get exposure to shared services, helping make sure HR, IT and facilities support the business rather than slow it down. With recent acquisitions in play, you'll be part of the team driving financial integration - a great chance to build experience in an area many finance professionals don't see until much later in their career. What you'll need Qualified accountant with solid experience as the number one finance person in an SME Manufacturing background - you understand stock, production costs and supply chains Hands-on by nature - comfortable doing the work, not just directing it Curious about technology - we'd love someone who gets excited about better dashboards and smarter data, not someone waiting for an IT department to fix things The kind of person who'll tell the MD no when it matters About the company They're a world-leading designer and manufacturer of advanced scientific instruments. Join at an exciting stage of growth, with real scope to grow alongside the business.

Financial Accountant Live Events London Hybrid-(4 days in office) £60,000 - £68,000 + Bonus JRVB35441 Our client is one of the UK's largest events groups, spanning across hospitality, media and sports. They are looking for a Financial Accountant with strong group experience to come in on a permanent basis as they embark on a new period of growth. This a great role which will give the opportunity for someone to contribute to the growth a forward-thinking business and gain high-profile exposure across group-level reporting, consolidation, board pack preparation and audit. This role is more focused towards reviewing and consolidation, you will not be preparing management accounts yourself, but rather reviewing, consolidating and adding commentary across the group's departments. Key responsibilities: Preparing the monthly board pack which including reviewing and consolidating management accounts and reviewing event performances on a weekly basis with commentary Reviewing financial statements and journals prepared by Finance Controllers for each event Partnering with department heads across the business to chase deadlines and ensure timely submission of information Acting as the main point of contact for the audit of Head Office entities, including weekly meetings with auditors and co-ordinating across event FCs Preparing the weekly event report on summarising venue performance against prior weeks for board distribution Supporting the Group Finance Manager and wider Finance team on ad hoc projects and process improvements Reviewing VAT returns for the group, checking that exemptions are correctly applied Supporting the implementation of NetSuite and evolving the board pack and reporting processes as the system goes live Providing support with compliance matters including ONS surveys, ESOS, SECR and other HMRC correspondence You will be: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified is essential Experience working in a group environment across 10+ entities with consolidation experience Strong audit experience - either practice-based or industry-side, including direct liaison with auditors Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite experience is an advantage Strong attention to detail Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and pushing back where needed Benefits In addition to a salary of £60,000-£68,000, you will receive: Discretionary bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Enhanced pension Free access to events Health Cash Plan Life assurance Discounts across the hospitality side of the business EAP Season ticket loan

RM Recruit are supporting a regulated organisation in the recruitment of an Interim Financial Accountant for an August start. The postholder will operate as a key member of the senior finance team, responsible for demonstrating strong leadership, promoting best practice, and maintaining high standards of professionalism across the function. While the role has no direct line management responsibility, it requires providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback to colleagues on financial processes, controls, and compliance matters, including areas such as VAT and financial governance. The remit of the role will include, but not be limited to: Lead the annual external audit and statutory accounts process, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements across the organisation and its subsidiary entities. Serve as the technical accounting and tax specialist within the finance function, translating complex regulatory and legislative changes into clear, practical guidance for finance teams and key stakeholders. Manage relationships with external advisors, including auditors, banking partners, and tax/VAT specialists, ensuring effective support and value-added service delivery. Oversee the financial control environment across people, systems, and processes, including training, approval frameworks, policy compliance, and financial risk management. Champion continuous improvement across finance operations, strengthening controls, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring financial processes remain robust, scalable, and aligned to organisational needs. This role will have hybrid working place with 3 days per week required onsite. The assignment will have an initial 6 month period with the potential for an extension or possibly a permanent position. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin

Location: Chertsey, Weybridge, Egham, Virginia Water, Byfleet, New Haw, Woking, Guildford, Addlestone, Staines, Cobham, Richmond, Esher, Reigate, Leatherhead, Ashted, Dorking Salary: Up to £95,000 +Equity, Hybrid Working + Private Healthcare + Pension Interviews : Immediate Evolve Recruitment is partnering with a high-growth company based in Chertsey, Surrey. The business has grown rapidly to a £15m turnover, employs approximately 60 people, and continues to expand internationally - currently supplying products to 30 countries worldwide. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-scaling, innovative organisation in a hands-on Finance Director role with real scope to influence growth. As Finance Director, you will take ownership of financial control across all group entities, managing a small finance team and working closely with the senior leadership team. Key Responsibilities Manage month-end and year-end close processes using Xero and other finance systems Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts Manage cashflow forecasting and oversee fund transfers as required Oversee weekly and ad-hoc payment runs Manage and support the professional development of the Accounts Assistant (and additional hires as the team grows) Maintain strong financial controls, policies, and processes Complete quarterly VAT returns (MTD via Xero) Calculate and post intercompany recharges (monthly, quarterly, and annually) Lead the year-end audit process, liaising with auditors and financial statement preparers Manage the group audit and consolidation of group financial statements Support tax advisors with corporation tax returns Assist with R&D tax credit applications Support finance system reviews, implementations, and integrations Oversee annual statutory submissions to Companies House Partner with the leadership team/CFO on reporting, analysis, and insights for the senior leadership team Skills & Experience Fully qualified ACA or ACCA qualified Accountant with a minimum of 5-7 years' PQE Background in Top 6 audit (preferred) Strong hands-on experience in financial and management accounting, ideally within a multi-entity group Finance controlling experience, ready for the next step Experience in a manufacturing, stock holding or scaling business is preferred Proven experience in controls and processes, billing in multicurrency, cash management and forecasting Track record of managing and developing junior finance staff Advanced user of accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, or similar Personal Attributes Pro-active, self-starter mentality Energetic, strong business acuman Ready to roll sleeves, flexible and adapatable Comfortable in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment Commercially minded with the ability to think creatively and pragmatically Passion for continuous improvement across reporting, controls, and risk management You must be eligible to work in the UK full-time without restriction. If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply to Evolve Recruitment, Kingston upon Thames for further information. Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all candidates. If you have not heard from us within five working days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Not every Management Accountant role gives you the chance to help build something. A successful engineering business with a reputation built over nearly 30 years. Following its acquisition in 2024 by a leading European Parent group the business is investing heavily in systems, reporting and growth. This is a newly created role at the heart of that transformation Reporting to the Financial Controller you will own the monthly management accounts process, manage an Accounts Assistant and provide the commercial insight that helps drive performance. revenue, margins, project profitability and business performance will be your world. You will be joining at a particularly exciting time. The business has retained its friendly family-oriented culture but is now benefiting from the backing, investment and opportunities that come with being part of a larger international group. If you enjoy improving processes, influencing decisions and being part of positive change, this is the role for you. Producing monthly management accounts Analysing revenue, margins and project performance Reviewing KPIs and providing commercial insight Business partnering with operational teams Supporting budgeting and forecasting Managing balance sheet reconciliations Overseeing payroll and statutory returns Managing and developing an Accounts Assistant You will be; Qualified Accountant or equivalent Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables and Lookups Experience analysing revenue and margins Confident communicator who can challenge and influence Benefits; Flexible working , 25 days holiday , Birthday off , Profit share bonus , Westfield Health This is a rare opportunity to join a business that combines the culture of a local family company with the ambition and investment of an international group.

An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a well-established accountancy firm providing accounting, tax, payroll, bookkeeping, and business advisory services for small businesses, contractors, landlords, and individuals As a Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant , you will manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties for a varied client portfolio, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and key deadlines are consistently achieved. This role offers a salary range of £27,000 - £33,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Managing bookkeeping activities for a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors. Processing sales and purchase ledger transactions. Reconciling bank accounts and control accounts. Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero. Liaising with clients to obtain financial information and resolve bookkeeping queries. Supporting the preparation of VAT returns, management accounts and year-end financial information. Ensuring all bookkeeping work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper or in a similar role. At least 3 years' experience within a small accountancy practice. Good understanding of UK bookkeeping procedures and VAT requirements. Experience using Xero is preferred (training can be provided) Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Professional approach when dealing with clients. What's on offer Competitive salary. Flexible working hours. Company pension. Medical benefits. Long-term sickness cover. Paid overtime where required. Employee referral scheme. Free on-site parking. Flexible annual leave entitlement. Duvet days. Support for professional subscriptions. Genuine opportunities for career progression. Varied workload with responsibility and autonomy. Ongoing professional development and support. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to develop long-term client relationships. This is an excellent opportunity for a Bookkeeper looking to join a supportive and progressive accountancy practice. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Finance Project Manager Hertfordshire (Hybrid - 2-3 days in the office) £70,000 - £80,000 + £6k car allowance + 15% bonus Are you ready to move into a position where your input directly shapes major infrastructure projects and influences senior decision-makers? We're partnering with a well-established organisation in the construction and engineering sector, known for delivering complex, large-scale projects across the UK. They're now seeking a Finance Project Manager to take a central role in driving financial performance and supporting key operational outcomes. What's in it for you? Exposure to high-value, nationally significant projects A genuine opportunity to act as a strategic partner to senior leaders The chance to build, develop and lead a dedicated project finance team Competitive package including bonus and car allowance Hybrid working that offers flexibility and balance Key responsibilities Partner closely with project teams, providing meaningful financial insight, challenge, and support Lead, coach, and develop a finance team focused on project delivery Analyse project performance, highlighting risks and opportunities to optimise results Build strong working relationships with stakeholders across finance, commercial, and operations Take ownership of reporting cycles, including monthly results, forecasts, and planning Maintain robust financial controls and drive continuous improvements in processes Support audit activity (both client and external) alongside project teams Contribute to year-end processes and detailed project performance reviews What you'll bring Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Experience working in a project-driven environment (e.g. construction, engineering, infrastructure) Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at a senior level A commercial mindset with the ability to translate financial data into clear insights Experience managing or mentoring others Interested? If you're looking to step into a role where you'll have real influence, work closely with the business, and contribute to meaningful, large-scale projects, this could be the ideal next step, so apply now for immediate consideration.

Senior Management Accountant - Housing Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority in Berkshire to appoint a Senior Management Accountant within their Finance Business Partnering team. This is a 12-18 month assignment focused on supporting housing services with effective financial management, reporting, budget monitoring and business partnering. What's on Offer PAYE: 362.19 per day Limited/Umbrella: 500.00 per day Contract length: 12-18 months Full-time Hybrid working (at most once per week) Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will support the delivery of professional financial business partnering services across housing, working closely with the Finance Business Partner, senior stakeholders and service managers. Key responsibilities: Supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, year-end closedown and statutory returns. Providing timely, accurate and insightful financial reporting to management. Supporting budget holders with financial advice, challenge and decision making. Promoting strong financial governance, controls and best practice. Developing strong relationships with key stakeholders and understanding service needs. Supporting service improvement, transformation and policy development. Assisting with financial training to improve financial awareness across services. Deputising for the Finance Business Partner where appropriate. About You You will ideally have: Qualified, part-qualified or actively studying CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent. Strong management accounting and business partnering experience. Good Excel, reporting and financial analysis skills. Experience supporting budgets, forecasts, closedown and statutory returns. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Public sector finance experience would be highly desirable. Housing finance / HRA exposure would be advantageous. How to Apply If you are interested, please submit your CV along with your availability. If successful, a consultant will be in touch to discuss further details. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. INDSCGBR We also offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to 300. If you know someone suitable, please ask them to email their CV , including your details. T&Cs apply.

Financial Controller & Company Secretary Telford £85,000 - £95,000 + Up to 15% Bonus + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits A finance leadership role where you'll genuinely influence the direction of the business. SF Partners is delighted to be supporting a successful manufacturing organisation in the appointment of a Financial Controller & Company Secretary. This is far more than a traditional Financial Controller role. Working directly alongside the Managing Director, you'll become a key member of the senior leadership team, helping shape business strategy while leading the finance function and supporting operational performance across the site. The business forms part of a well-established manufacturing group with an impressive customer base and an excellent reputation within its sector. Whilst benefiting from the strength and stability of the group, this business operates with significant autonomy, giving this role real visibility, influence and the opportunity to make a lasting impact. What you'll be doing: This is a broad leadership role with responsibility for both strategic and operational finance. You'll be responsible for: Leading, developing and mentoring the Finance and local IT teams. Delivering timely management accounts, insightful reporting and meaningful commercial analysis. Driving budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning. Partnering with the Managing Director and senior leadership team to support commercial decision making. Managing cash flow, treasury, foreign exchange and working capital. Overseeing standard costing, inventory and manufacturing performance analysis. Taking ownership of statutory reporting, tax, audit and Company Secretarial responsibilities. Managing payroll, pensions, insurance and wider financial governance. Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and business performance across the organisation. About you: We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) who enjoys being close to the business and thrives within a manufacturing environment. Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Head of Finance or senior finance leadership role. A strong manufacturing background with a good understanding of operational finance and standard costing. Experience leading and developing finance teams. Excellent business partnering skills with the confidence to influence at Board level. A commercial mindset combined with a hands-on approach. ERP experience (SAP would be advantageous). Why this opportunity?: This genuinely is more than the average Financial Controller roles on the market. Very few offer this combination of autonomy, strategic influence and the backing of a successful group. You'll join a collaborative leadership team who genuinely value finance as a commercial partner, giving you the opportunity to influence key business decisions while continuing to improve an already successful operation. If you're an experienced manufacturing finance leader looking for a role where you can genuinely make a difference, we'd love to have a confidential conversation.

Senior Finance Manager - Marlow (Mon-Thurs in office) £ High-growth portfolio business This is a genuine hands-on finance leadership role, not a head-down processing job. You'll own the finance function across a small but growing portfolio of founder-led businesses, working directly with senior stakeholders and building the function out from the ground up. The business is a privately backed investment group with a portfolio of ambitious, high-performing companies at various stages of growth. The model is straightforward: support them operationally, scale them, and ultimately prepare them for exit. You'll sit on the Leadership Team from day one and have a clear path into M&A and transaction work as the portfolio grows. What the role involves: Month-end close, management accounts, and Board packs across multiple entities. You'll own the full finance operation, including cashflow management, payroll coordination, credit control, and supplier payments, while also overseeing the external accountants on VAT, statutory accounts, and corporation tax. There's a Finance Executive to manage and a brief to gradually bring outsourced work in-house. Alongside the BAU, you'll support budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis, and work closely with portfolio stakeholders on financial visibility and performance. As the portfolio grows, you'll get increasing exposure to M&A activity, due diligence, and exit preparation. What we're looking for: Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Solid grounding in management accounts, month-end close, and financial reporting Comfortable being hands-on across multiple entities simultaneously Strong communicator; able to hold your own with founders and directors Experience with Xero is useful; multi-entity or group experience is a plus Why it's worth a look: You'll have real ownership, real stakeholder access, and a clear upward trajectory into strategic and M&A work. It's an entrepreneurial environment, not a corporate one. If you're a detail-focused finance professional who wants to build something rather than just maintain it, this is worth a conversation.

Your new company A growing and highly regarded independent accountancy firm in Central and Southern England is looking to expand its Outsourcing team with the addition of a Management Accountant.The firm works closely with entrepreneurial SMEs and owner-managed businesses, providing hands-on finance support and advisory services. Known for its collaborative and supportive culture, it offers strong progression opportunities alongside modern systems and flexible working.You'll be joining a people-focused environment where development, training and internal progression are genuinely prioritised. Your new role You'll manage a portfolio of clients, acting as their key day-to-day finance contact while delivering high-quality management information and support.Key responsibilities include: Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of outsourcing clients Preparing management accounts and financial reports (often complex) Overseeing bookkeeping, journals, reconciliations and ledger postings Producing basic statutory accounts with minimal supervision Supporting clients with accounting systems and process improvements Delivering ad hoc work, including training clients on systems Collaborating with tax, payroll and other teams Identifying opportunities to add value or expand services This is a varied, client-facing role offering strong exposure and the chance to develop commercially as well as technically. What you'll need to succeed ACA / ACCA / CIMA part-qualified or qualified c.2+ years' UK practice experience within outsourcing / business services Experience preparing management accounts Strong working knowledge of software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar Good understanding of UK GAAP (IFRS beneficial but not essential) Strong Excel and general IT skills Confident communicator with good client-facing ability Highly organised with strong attention to detail Proactive, positive and able to manage multiple deadlines What you'll get in return Hybrid working and flexible hours Full study support package (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Clear progression opportunities within a growing firm Exposure to a wide range of clients and sectors Structured training and development programmes Competitive benefits package including: 23+ days holiday with buy/sell options Additional wellbeing day Health cash plan Discounts platform Pension & life assurance Enhanced family leave Cycle schemes Regular social and company events 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. 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 (url removed)

Our client is a leading trading house seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Financial Controller to assist with overseeing the company's financial operations and ensure the integrity of its financial reporting. This position requires a strong understanding of financial management within a trading or commodities environment, with the ability to provide strategic insight and maintain robust internal controls. Responsibilities Oversee all aspects of financial accounting, reporting, and control across the business. Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts. Manage the budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Monitor cash flow, P&L performance, and balance sheet reconciliations. Maintain and enhance internal control frameworks, financial policies, and compliance procedures. Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and external stakeholders as required. Provide financial analysis and support to senior management for decision-making and strategic planning. Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to ensure efficient operations. Requirements Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with proven post-qualification experience. Previous experience in a trading, commodities, or financial markets environment. Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial regulations. Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills. Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting systems. Remuneration A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, commensurate with experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Financial Controller seeking a stable yet commercially active environment within a respected trading organisation.

The Business & Opportunity: Looking for a hybrid role with a progressive firm of Chartered Accountants? Due to ongoing growth, they now require an Accounts Senior to play an integral role in their practice. Based at their modern offices near Horsforth, they offer a true hybrid approach to work around you, ensuring you have an excellent work-life balance. This represents a fantastic opportunity to carry out a varied Accounts role in a team friendly environment, suiting someone who enjoys client interaction and is passionate about providing a great service to clients. Specific Requirement: As a Senior you'll work with the management team in the preparation of accounts, audits, tax computations, VAT returns and management accounts for a client portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. Specifically, this will include Prepare Financial Statutory Accounts that are fully compliant with FRS 102. Calculate the corporation tax due including good working knowledge of capital allowances. Solve problem areas in accounting including reconciliations of VAT. Take on ad hoc projects such as cash flow statements and projections. Assist clients in management accounts preparation. Communicate effectively to clients on subject areas that are difficult for them to understand. Some supervision and development of more junior colleagues. Skills & Experience Required: Qualified or Part Qualified ACA/ACCA/AAT with experience in Practice. Enjoy client interaction. Good working knowledge of VAT. Audit experience would help but is by no means a pre-requisite. Knowledge of Personal Taxation and ability to prepare a self-assessment tax return. Good IT skills, including experience of using different accounting packages or systems and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels. What s on Offer: A competitive starting salary in the region of £37,000 - £41,000 Hybrid approach, offering an excellent work-life balance to work around you. 37-hour week with flexitime. Free on-site parking at their modern offices near Horsforth. Generous Holiday Allocation. Next Steps: Interviews are to be conducted imminently; hence you are advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

Our client is currently seeking a diligent and skilled Senior Project Accountant/ Commercial Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic team. This permanent role is rooted in providing financial oversight and insight into customer projects from contract award through to delivery and cash collection. The successful candidate will enhance project profitability, improve inventory and cost control, assist with statutory reporting requirements, and deliver high-quality financial intelligence to operational and commercial teams. Key Responsibilities: Revenue Delivery, Billing and Cash Collection Understand all customer contracts, deliverables, milestones, and payment terms. Maintain a schedule of project milestones, invoicing, and expected cash receipts. Ensure customer invoices are raised accurately and promptly in accordance with contractual terms. Support weekly cash flow forecasting by maintaining revenue and collection forecasts. Work with Programme Managers and Customer Success teams to ensure delivery milestones are documented and invoiced. Monitor aged debtors and assist with customer collections. Project Accounting and Revenue Recognition Prepare monthly revenue recognition journals in accordance with delivered project milestones. Maintain reconciliations of accrued and deferred income. Support monthly contract reviews to ensure revenue and costs are recognised appropriately. Maintain audit evidence supporting revenue recognition. Assist with project forecasting and estimate-at-completion reviews. Project Profitability and Commercial Reporting Produce monthly project P&Ls. Partner with Project Managers to review actual performance against budget. Investigate and resolve misallocated costs and revenue. Deliver monthly profitability reporting including variance analysis and key risks. Develop labour cost allocation methodologies using timesheet and resource utilisation data. Support commercial decision-making through financial analysis of contracts and project performance. Inventory, Manufacturing and Cost Control Maintain accurate inventory valuation and stock reconciliations. Work with Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to improve stock control processes. Support implementation and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and standard costing methodologies. Analyse inventory movements, Work In Progress (WIP), and obsolete stock. Review project material costs and ensure costs are allocated accurately to projects. Develop reporting to improve visibility of inventory, project costs, and gross margin. Systems and Process Improvement Support development of project accounting processes within Xero and future ERP systems. Improve financial controls around purchasing, inventory, project costing, and revenue recognition. Develop reporting and dashboards for project performance, cash flow, and inventory. Assist with ERP and finance system implementations where required. Statutory Reporting and Audit Support Support year-end statutory audits and preparation of audit schedules. Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and supporting documentation. Assist with preparation of statutory accounts information. Ensure financial records are maintained to audit standard. Support internal control improvements and compliance initiatives. Research & Development (R&D) Maintain supporting records for R&D expenditure claims. Work with Engineering and Programme teams to capture qualifying activities and costs. Assist in preparation of annual R&D tax relief submissions. Support responses to HMRC or advisor queries. Job Requirements: Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Experience in project accounting, management accounting, or audit. Ideally from a manufacturing background Strong understanding of revenue recognition and balance sheet reconciliations. Experience working with operational teams. Advanced Excel skills. Desirable: Practice or audit background. Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, or technology sectors. Proficiency in inventory accounting and stock control. Familiarity with standard costing and BOMs. Experience with R&D tax claims. ERP implementation or systems improvement experience. If you are an experienced finance professional with a strong background in project accounting and a passion for the aerospace industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and forward-thinking team.

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance is partnering with one of Suffolk's leading family-owned successful businesses who require an experienced, confident, commercially aware Finance Manager / Accountant to manage the day-to-day finances across the businesses which have a combined turnover of 12M. Your new role They are looking for a highly organised, efficient, confidential finance professional to oversee, manage and report on the financial position, produce and manage monthly financial reports, budgets, forecasts and analysis, as well as provide advice and guidance on financial matters to enable the company to make sound business decisions and meet the company's objectives, whilst ensuring compliance with regulations. Key duties: Production of key financial information for the divisions group of companies Provide support and challenge to the Operational Management team with the aim of achieving budgeted targets. Ensuring appropriate financial controls are in place and maintained with the business. Preparation of year-end statutory accounts and audit schedules Monitor and prepare key financial metrics, highlighting departmental performance. Salary payroll processing and oversee wages payroll processing. HMRC compliance and reporting inc VAT returns, P11d and PSA Resolve queries in financial records. Prepare and present monthly financial information, including balance sheet, profit and loss, cash flow and other reports. Prepare analysis of the data, showing trends or changes. Preparation of annual budgets Provide line management and guidance to the other members of the finance team. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will play an active role in the day-to-day management of the finances, which will require you to be office-based 5 days a week to be close to the operational leads based in Stowmarket. What you'll need to succeed The business is open to considering candidates who are either Part-Qualified or Qualified provided they can demonstrate the required skills in overseeing and being involved in the transactional finances, production of the management accounts, including variance analysis and able to support the Senior Management Team / Board with sound commercial finance advice and guidance across the business. This role will be working 5 days a week on-site in Stowmarket. You will need good all-round financial and business experience, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, have exceptional administrative and organisational skills, experience with people management, and be passionate about using financial analysis and management skills to help drive business growth and profitability. What you'll get in return The business will pay between 45,000 - 50,000 depending on experience and for details of their benefits package, contact Andy Jarman on (phone number removed). 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)