Financial Accounting & Controls Manager (Contract) Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Security Clearance: BPSS Required Rate: 500 per day via Umbrella) Contract Length: Initial 3 Months Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Financial Accounting & Controls Manager to join a high-profile finance team supporting a large-scale, mission-critical programme. This role will play a key part in driving transformation across financial accounting, controls, governance, and reporting processes. Working within a complex and fast-paced environment, you will help strengthen confidence in financial reporting, improve control frameworks, and support the standardisation and optimisation of accounting processes across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys combining financial control, governance, process improvement, and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounting Ensure financial results are accurately recorded in the General Ledger with full integrity, compliance, and auditability. Review and approve accounting treatments for complex transactions and business activities. Prepare technical accounting papers and support key accounting judgements. Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and external regulatory requirements. Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting processes. Financial Controls & Governance Own and maintain robust financial processes and control frameworks. Ensure controls are appropriately documented, tested, and operating effectively. Support the continuous improvement of governance and compliance standards. Drive consistency, standardisation, and best practice across accounting processes. Technical Accounting Provide technical accounting support across several key areas, including: Complex contract accounting and associated judgements Revenue recognition and deferred cost accounting Accounting policy interpretation and compliance P&L classification reviews Performance obligation assessments Lease accounting (IFRS 16) Provision accounting and annual reassessments (IAS 37) Preparation of accounting papers to support management and audit reviews Process Improvement & Transformation Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen financial controls. Support initiatives aimed at accelerating the month-end close process. Drive process standardisation and automation across finance activities. Work closely with stakeholders to embed improvements and enhance reporting quality. Candidate Profile Essential Experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of IFRS. Proven experience preparing accounting papers and supporting complex accounting decisions. Experience operating within robust financial control and governance environments. Strong month-end, reporting, and financial controls background. Ability to analyse issues, provide solutions, and drive process improvements. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within large, complex organisations. Exposure to finance transformation or change programmes. Knowledge of IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IAS 37. Experience working on large projects or programme environments. Background in regulated industries would be advantageous. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jul 24, 2026
Contractor
Financial Accounting & Controls Manager (Contract) Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Security Clearance: BPSS Required Rate: 500 per day via Umbrella) Contract Length: Initial 3 Months Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Financial Accounting & Controls Manager to join a high-profile finance team supporting a large-scale, mission-critical programme. This role will play a key part in driving transformation across financial accounting, controls, governance, and reporting processes. Working within a complex and fast-paced environment, you will help strengthen confidence in financial reporting, improve control frameworks, and support the standardisation and optimisation of accounting processes across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys combining financial control, governance, process improvement, and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounting Ensure financial results are accurately recorded in the General Ledger with full integrity, compliance, and auditability. Review and approve accounting treatments for complex transactions and business activities. Prepare technical accounting papers and support key accounting judgements. Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and external regulatory requirements. Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting processes. Financial Controls & Governance Own and maintain robust financial processes and control frameworks. Ensure controls are appropriately documented, tested, and operating effectively. Support the continuous improvement of governance and compliance standards. Drive consistency, standardisation, and best practice across accounting processes. Technical Accounting Provide technical accounting support across several key areas, including: Complex contract accounting and associated judgements Revenue recognition and deferred cost accounting Accounting policy interpretation and compliance P&L classification reviews Performance obligation assessments Lease accounting (IFRS 16) Provision accounting and annual reassessments (IAS 37) Preparation of accounting papers to support management and audit reviews Process Improvement & Transformation Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen financial controls. Support initiatives aimed at accelerating the month-end close process. Drive process standardisation and automation across finance activities. Work closely with stakeholders to embed improvements and enhance reporting quality. Candidate Profile Essential Experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of IFRS. Proven experience preparing accounting papers and supporting complex accounting decisions. Experience operating within robust financial control and governance environments. Strong month-end, reporting, and financial controls background. Ability to analyse issues, provide solutions, and drive process improvements. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within large, complex organisations. Exposure to finance transformation or change programmes. Knowledge of IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IAS 37. Experience working on large projects or programme environments. Background in regulated industries would be advantageous. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Financial ControllerEast of Glasgow - onsite Up to £90,000 plus bonus and benefits Iconic Resourcing are delighted to be retained by a PE-backed, multi-site engineering and industrial services business operating across the UK. Trading strongly, well-funded, and with an ambitious growth plan - this is a business entering a genuine step-change phase. A major systems project is underway to bring together the group's accounting platform and its field service/job management ERP, with implementation required by year-end - and this role will lead that project. Initially, around 70% of your time will be spent driving the systems implementation, before transitioning into full ownership of day-to-day finance. You'll manage a finance team of around 10, report directly to the CFO, and get direct exposure to senior leadership and investors, including presenting to stakeholders and visiting sites across the group. Key Responsibilities: Systems Implementation (initial focus) Lead the rollout of the group's field service and job management ERP system, including configuration, data migration, testing, and training Build and manage integration between the ERP and accounting platforms, ensuring clean, reconciled data flows across invoicing, purchase orders, job costs, and ledger postings Establish reconciliation routines and controls between operational and financial systems Work with branch and operational leaders to embed consistent processes across all sites Financial Control & Reporting Own the month-end close process end-to-end, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet substantiation Produce accurate monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with variance commentary Prepare year-end files and manage the external audit process through to signed accounts Maintain and strengthen internal controls across all entities Job Costing & WIP Oversee job costing across live contracts, ensuring labour, materials, and subcontract costs are accurately captured Manage the WIP position, including revenue recognition, valuation, and provisioning for loss-making jobs Review job margins with operational and commercial teams, flagging cost overruns early Reconcile applications, certifications, and retentions on contract work Cash & Business Partnering Build out cashflow forecasting and continual forecasting processes Manage working capital, debtor management, and supplier payment planning Manage and develop the wider finance team Act as a trusted business partner to branch and operational managers, presenting to and challenging senior stakeholders where needed What you'll need: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience delivering a finance/ERP systems implementation or major systems change project Strong technical accounting background - month-end close, multi-entity consolidation, balance sheet ownership Experience working to project milestones and task-based objectives Confidence presenting to and challenging senior stakeholders Job costing or WIP experience is advantageous but not essential Next Steps - How to Apply If you think you have the experience that we are looking for we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Cameron Brown at Iconic Resourcing for more information. Iconic Resourcing are retained on the search for this role - all third party applications will be directed to Iconic Resourcing for review. At Iconic Resourcing we are engaged by many leading organisations across Scotland and our aim is to keep the recruitment process simple. The people we work with are often in demand professionals, so we work in a completely agile way which means discussions don't need to be during working hours, we can arrange video calls at times convenient to you. Please visit our website to view all our Iconic Jobs across Scotland. Iconic Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be treated as such. We act as both an employment business and an employment agency.
Jul 23, 2026
Full time
Financial ControllerEast of Glasgow - onsite Up to £90,000 plus bonus and benefits Iconic Resourcing are delighted to be retained by a PE-backed, multi-site engineering and industrial services business operating across the UK. Trading strongly, well-funded, and with an ambitious growth plan - this is a business entering a genuine step-change phase. A major systems project is underway to bring together the group's accounting platform and its field service/job management ERP, with implementation required by year-end - and this role will lead that project. Initially, around 70% of your time will be spent driving the systems implementation, before transitioning into full ownership of day-to-day finance. You'll manage a finance team of around 10, report directly to the CFO, and get direct exposure to senior leadership and investors, including presenting to stakeholders and visiting sites across the group. Key Responsibilities: Systems Implementation (initial focus) Lead the rollout of the group's field service and job management ERP system, including configuration, data migration, testing, and training Build and manage integration between the ERP and accounting platforms, ensuring clean, reconciled data flows across invoicing, purchase orders, job costs, and ledger postings Establish reconciliation routines and controls between operational and financial systems Work with branch and operational leaders to embed consistent processes across all sites Financial Control & Reporting Own the month-end close process end-to-end, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet substantiation Produce accurate monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) with variance commentary Prepare year-end files and manage the external audit process through to signed accounts Maintain and strengthen internal controls across all entities Job Costing & WIP Oversee job costing across live contracts, ensuring labour, materials, and subcontract costs are accurately captured Manage the WIP position, including revenue recognition, valuation, and provisioning for loss-making jobs Review job margins with operational and commercial teams, flagging cost overruns early Reconcile applications, certifications, and retentions on contract work Cash & Business Partnering Build out cashflow forecasting and continual forecasting processes Manage working capital, debtor management, and supplier payment planning Manage and develop the wider finance team Act as a trusted business partner to branch and operational managers, presenting to and challenging senior stakeholders where needed What you'll need: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience delivering a finance/ERP systems implementation or major systems change project Strong technical accounting background - month-end close, multi-entity consolidation, balance sheet ownership Experience working to project milestones and task-based objectives Confidence presenting to and challenging senior stakeholders Job costing or WIP experience is advantageous but not essential Next Steps - How to Apply If you think you have the experience that we are looking for we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Cameron Brown at Iconic Resourcing for more information. Iconic Resourcing are retained on the search for this role - all third party applications will be directed to Iconic Resourcing for review. At Iconic Resourcing we are engaged by many leading organisations across Scotland and our aim is to keep the recruitment process simple. The people we work with are often in demand professionals, so we work in a completely agile way which means discussions don't need to be during working hours, we can arrange video calls at times convenient to you. Please visit our website to view all our Iconic Jobs across Scotland. Iconic Resourcing is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be treated as such. We act as both an employment business and an employment agency.
Intro A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. The Company A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. The Role Based in Glasgow and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles Your Profile Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment Compensation & Benefits This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Glasgow 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.
Jul 23, 2026
Seasonal
Intro A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. The Company A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. The Role Based in Glasgow and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles Your Profile Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment Compensation & Benefits This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Glasgow 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.
Job Title: Accountant Location: Ulverston We are recruiting an experienced Accountant for a hands-on financial control role at a pivotal stage of the company's development. What You Will Do? Own day-to-day financial control across group entities, managing bank, ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany transactions, accruals, and prepayments. Drive a robust monthly close process, producing clear management accounts and commentary at department, entity, and consolidated group level. Prepare consolidated cash flow forecasts and support active cash management to optimize interest earned across the group entities. Support statutory audit preparation and act as a key point of contact for the auditors during their fieldwork activities. Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring additions, disposals, and depreciation are accurately captured and reconciled. Strengthen and document internal controls, including month-end checklists, sign-off routines, and segregation of duties across finance processes. Prepare monthly management accounts for the leadership team, including KPI reporting and detailed variance analysis versus budget and prior actuals. Perform detailed review of transactions at department and general ledger levels to identify and explain material variances and trends. Support UK and international VAT returns, payroll filings, corporation tax workings, and statutory reporting at both entity and group levels. Contribute to year-end consolidation, accounts preparation, and disclosures, including intercompany arrangements, transfer pricing, related party transactions, goodwill, and intangibles. Partner with non-finance teams as a trusted commercial insight source, helping operational leaders understand financial data and make informed decisions. Support international expansion efforts by providing financial insights on international compliance, multi-currency operations, revenue recognition, and scaling the financial function globally. Your Skills Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, CIMA) or equivalent, with meaningful post-qualification experience in financial control and reporting. Audit experience advantageous, whether practice-trained, industry-side exposure to statutory audits, or strong technical accounting background aligned with clean audit requirements. Strong balance sheet control capabilities and proven month-end close experience within multi-entity or growing business environments. Confident technical accounting skills under UK GAAP (FRS 102), including familiarity with related disclosure and compliance requirements. Excellent attention to detail combined with a calm, organized approach to deadlines and competing priorities in a finance function. Strong Excel skills and a structured approach to working with financial systems, data sets, and reconciliation processes. Confident communicator able to collaborate with senior stakeholders and external auditors, presenting financial information clearly and accurately. Desirable industry experience in SaaS, ecommerce, subscription, or other high-growth scale-up environments with recurring revenue models. Exposure to first-audit, post-acquisition, or post-investment environments, including implementation of new controls and reporting disciplines. Experience with multi-entity consolidated reporting, plus familiarity with multi-currency and international operations in a group structure. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Jul 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Accountant Location: Ulverston We are recruiting an experienced Accountant for a hands-on financial control role at a pivotal stage of the company's development. What You Will Do? Own day-to-day financial control across group entities, managing bank, ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany transactions, accruals, and prepayments. Drive a robust monthly close process, producing clear management accounts and commentary at department, entity, and consolidated group level. Prepare consolidated cash flow forecasts and support active cash management to optimize interest earned across the group entities. Support statutory audit preparation and act as a key point of contact for the auditors during their fieldwork activities. Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring additions, disposals, and depreciation are accurately captured and reconciled. Strengthen and document internal controls, including month-end checklists, sign-off routines, and segregation of duties across finance processes. Prepare monthly management accounts for the leadership team, including KPI reporting and detailed variance analysis versus budget and prior actuals. Perform detailed review of transactions at department and general ledger levels to identify and explain material variances and trends. Support UK and international VAT returns, payroll filings, corporation tax workings, and statutory reporting at both entity and group levels. Contribute to year-end consolidation, accounts preparation, and disclosures, including intercompany arrangements, transfer pricing, related party transactions, goodwill, and intangibles. Partner with non-finance teams as a trusted commercial insight source, helping operational leaders understand financial data and make informed decisions. Support international expansion efforts by providing financial insights on international compliance, multi-currency operations, revenue recognition, and scaling the financial function globally. Your Skills Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, CIMA) or equivalent, with meaningful post-qualification experience in financial control and reporting. Audit experience advantageous, whether practice-trained, industry-side exposure to statutory audits, or strong technical accounting background aligned with clean audit requirements. Strong balance sheet control capabilities and proven month-end close experience within multi-entity or growing business environments. Confident technical accounting skills under UK GAAP (FRS 102), including familiarity with related disclosure and compliance requirements. Excellent attention to detail combined with a calm, organized approach to deadlines and competing priorities in a finance function. Strong Excel skills and a structured approach to working with financial systems, data sets, and reconciliation processes. Confident communicator able to collaborate with senior stakeholders and external auditors, presenting financial information clearly and accurately. Desirable industry experience in SaaS, ecommerce, subscription, or other high-growth scale-up environments with recurring revenue models. Exposure to first-audit, post-acquisition, or post-investment environments, including implementation of new controls and reporting disciplines. Experience with multi-entity consolidated reporting, plus familiarity with multi-currency and international operations in a group structure. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
My client is a B2C organisation operating in a complex, niche sector. They now wish to appoint a Financial Accountant working closely with the Group Financial Controller. Specific responsibilities will include: Lead external reporting and audit execution across the UK, US, and Ireland, including coordination and preparation of audit deliverables (statutory, tax packs), management of PBC lists, and sample requests. Own year-end statutory consolidation, including consolidation adjustments, eliminations, disclosures, and preparation of draft financial statements. Act as day-to-day ISAE 3402 audit lead, overseeing evidence collection, walkthroughs, testing support, and remediation documentation. Prepare and submit VAT/GST returns (UK, IE, DE, CA; monthly, quarterly, annual), ensuring reconciliation to the general ledger and providing technical guidance as required. Compile, validate, and file Intrastat and VIES reports for Ireland. Execute month-end close activities, including group balance sheet substantiation, cash flow preparation, intercompany reconciliations, documented balance sheet reviews, and revenue recognition reporting in line with internal policies. Maintain the fixed asset register, managing additions, disposals, reconciliations, depreciation, and reviews of useful lives and impairments. Oversee treasury operations, including bank reconciliations, payment processing with appropriate controls, corporate credit card administration, postings, and reconciliations. Coordinate credit control activities to align cash collection efforts with ledger status. Prepare departmental management reporting packs, including variance analysis and stakeholder commentary. Collaborate with AP and commercial finance teams to ensure data accuracy and timely recovery of project costs. Identify control and process gaps, implement improvements and automation initiatives, enhance ERP system capabilities, update SOPs, lead and develop direct reports, and deputise for the Finance Manager as required. What You'll Need: A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline is preferred, and/or equivalent professional experience 3-5 years of progressive finance experience, including hands-on responsibility for month-end close, audit coordination, and statutory or management reporting Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent), or qualified by experience (QBE) Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a comparable ERP system Strong computer literacy, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders
Jul 22, 2026
Full time
My client is a B2C organisation operating in a complex, niche sector. They now wish to appoint a Financial Accountant working closely with the Group Financial Controller. Specific responsibilities will include: Lead external reporting and audit execution across the UK, US, and Ireland, including coordination and preparation of audit deliverables (statutory, tax packs), management of PBC lists, and sample requests. Own year-end statutory consolidation, including consolidation adjustments, eliminations, disclosures, and preparation of draft financial statements. Act as day-to-day ISAE 3402 audit lead, overseeing evidence collection, walkthroughs, testing support, and remediation documentation. Prepare and submit VAT/GST returns (UK, IE, DE, CA; monthly, quarterly, annual), ensuring reconciliation to the general ledger and providing technical guidance as required. Compile, validate, and file Intrastat and VIES reports for Ireland. Execute month-end close activities, including group balance sheet substantiation, cash flow preparation, intercompany reconciliations, documented balance sheet reviews, and revenue recognition reporting in line with internal policies. Maintain the fixed asset register, managing additions, disposals, reconciliations, depreciation, and reviews of useful lives and impairments. Oversee treasury operations, including bank reconciliations, payment processing with appropriate controls, corporate credit card administration, postings, and reconciliations. Coordinate credit control activities to align cash collection efforts with ledger status. Prepare departmental management reporting packs, including variance analysis and stakeholder commentary. Collaborate with AP and commercial finance teams to ensure data accuracy and timely recovery of project costs. Identify control and process gaps, implement improvements and automation initiatives, enhance ERP system capabilities, update SOPs, lead and develop direct reports, and deputise for the Finance Manager as required. What You'll Need: A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline is preferred, and/or equivalent professional experience 3-5 years of progressive finance experience, including hands-on responsibility for month-end close, audit coordination, and statutory or management reporting Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent), or qualified by experience (QBE) Proficient in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a comparable ERP system Strong computer literacy, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders
Finance Manager (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract) Office Based Up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Are you a technically strong, qualified accountant looking for a varied and commercially interesting role where you'll have real ownership and autonomy? We're delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly successful, international organisation for an experienced Finance Manager to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and collaborative business with a fantastic culture. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you'll take ownership of a broad and technically interesting portfolio, playing a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting across UK and international operations. This is a hands-on position that would suit an experienced Finance Manager or Technical Financial Accountant who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and working across multiple areas of finance. The Role You'll be responsible for: Taking full ownership of financial reporting for the group's US entity. Managing the accounting and financial control of multiple e-commerce channels, including Amazon and direct-to-consumer sales. Ensuring accurate revenue recognition, reconciliations and financial reporting. Owning complex VAT, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet controls. Managing discounts, commissions and sales-related provisions. Producing accurate monthly management accounts to strict reporting deadlines. Supporting finance systems and ERP-related projects, acting as the finance subject matter expert. Working closely with commercial teams to provide financial insight and ensure robust financial controls are maintained. This is a stand-alone role within your area of responsibility, requiring someone who is confident making decisions, challenging information where necessary and taking complete ownership of the numbers. About You We're looking for someone who is: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. An experienced Finance Manager or Technical Financial Accountant with strong financial reporting experience. Experienced within an e-commerce environment. Please note: E-commerce accounting experience is essential for this role. Unfortunately, applications from candidates without exposure to e-commerce finance (such as Amazon, direct-to-consumer or similar online sales channels) cannot be considered. You'll also have: Excellent technical accounting knowledge. Strong reconciliation and balance sheet control experience. Excellent VAT knowledge. Experience producing management accounts. The confidence to work independently whilst building strong relationships across the wider business. Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Experience of US sales tax, multi-entity reporting and ERP implementation or finance systems projects would be highly advantageous, although not essential. What's on Offer? Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience. 12-month fixed-term contract. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Private medical insurance. Company pension. Free on-site parking. Friendly, welcoming and supportive working environment. The opportunity to join a successful international business where your expertise will genuinely make an impact. Additional Information This is an office-based role in Bridgend, working 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday). The business is looking to appoint as soon as possible, so early applications are encouraged. If you're a technically strong qualified accountant with proven e-commerce finance experience and are looking for your next exciting challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 22, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract) Office Based Up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Are you a technically strong, qualified accountant looking for a varied and commercially interesting role where you'll have real ownership and autonomy? We're delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly successful, international organisation for an experienced Finance Manager to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, supportive and collaborative business with a fantastic culture. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you'll take ownership of a broad and technically interesting portfolio, playing a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting across UK and international operations. This is a hands-on position that would suit an experienced Finance Manager or Technical Financial Accountant who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and working across multiple areas of finance. The Role You'll be responsible for: Taking full ownership of financial reporting for the group's US entity. Managing the accounting and financial control of multiple e-commerce channels, including Amazon and direct-to-consumer sales. Ensuring accurate revenue recognition, reconciliations and financial reporting. Owning complex VAT, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet controls. Managing discounts, commissions and sales-related provisions. Producing accurate monthly management accounts to strict reporting deadlines. Supporting finance systems and ERP-related projects, acting as the finance subject matter expert. Working closely with commercial teams to provide financial insight and ensure robust financial controls are maintained. This is a stand-alone role within your area of responsibility, requiring someone who is confident making decisions, challenging information where necessary and taking complete ownership of the numbers. About You We're looking for someone who is: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. An experienced Finance Manager or Technical Financial Accountant with strong financial reporting experience. Experienced within an e-commerce environment. Please note: E-commerce accounting experience is essential for this role. Unfortunately, applications from candidates without exposure to e-commerce finance (such as Amazon, direct-to-consumer or similar online sales channels) cannot be considered. You'll also have: Excellent technical accounting knowledge. Strong reconciliation and balance sheet control experience. Excellent VAT knowledge. Experience producing management accounts. The confidence to work independently whilst building strong relationships across the wider business. Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills. Experience of US sales tax, multi-entity reporting and ERP implementation or finance systems projects would be highly advantageous, although not essential. What's on Offer? Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience. 12-month fixed-term contract. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Private medical insurance. Company pension. Free on-site parking. Friendly, welcoming and supportive working environment. The opportunity to join a successful international business where your expertise will genuinely make an impact. Additional Information This is an office-based role in Bridgend, working 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday). The business is looking to appoint as soon as possible, so early applications are encouraged. If you're a technically strong qualified accountant with proven e-commerce finance experience and are looking for your next exciting challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Intro A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. The Company A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. The Role Based in Manchester and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles Your Profile Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment Compensation & Benefits This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Manchester 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.
Jul 22, 2026
Seasonal
Intro A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. The Company A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. The Role Based in Manchester and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles Your Profile Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment Compensation & Benefits This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Manchester 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.
Intro A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. The Company A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. The Role Based in Leeds and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles Your Profile Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment Compensation & Benefits This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Leeds 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.
Jul 22, 2026
Seasonal
Intro A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. The Company A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. The Role Based in Leeds and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. Key responsibilities include: Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles Your Profile Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment Compensation & Benefits This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Leeds 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.
Group management accountant Location: Remote (preferred locations Northamptonshire/ Milton Keynes) Hours: 25 hours per week (negotiable) Salary: £60,000 pa, depending on experience Join a growing team making a real impact At Impact HR, and across our associated group companies, we are continuing to scale our operations and support to our client base. To support this growth we are creating a Group Management Accountant role responsible for coordinating financial reporting across the group, ensuring accurate management accounts, strong financial controls and clear financial visibility for leadership. This is a newly created role that will sit at the centre of the group finance function, working closely with senior leadership and managing Finance Managers across the group to ensure financial reporting remains consistent, reliable and scalable. This is a part-time role suited to an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a growing SME environment and is comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy. Why this role matters As the group grows, maintaining accurate financial reporting, disciplined financial processes and clear insight into performance becomes increasingly important. This role ensures the group maintains: Reliable financial reporting across multiple entities Strong financial control and compliance Clear insight into revenue, costs and profitability Effective management of invoicing, payments and cashflow Consistent financial reporting across group companies The Group Management Accountant will play an important role in supporting business leaders with financial information that enables informed decision-making across the group. What you will be doing You will be responsible for coordinating financial reporting across the group and overseeing the group finance function. Working closely with senior leadership, the role will ensure financial processes operate effectively across all group companies and that financial information is accurate, consistent and delivered on time. You will also manage Finance Managers across the group, ensuring alignment of financial processes, reporting standards and controls. Your day to day will include: Group financial reporting Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting to support leadership decision-making across the group. Monthly responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts across group entities Consolidation of group financial reporting Posting accruals, prepayments, depreciation and journals where required Reviewing revenue recognition and deferred income Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations Producing group-level management reports for senior leadership Group finance leadership Provide oversight and coordination of the finance function across the group. Responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate the finance function across group companies Managing Finance Managers across group entities Ensuring consistent financial processes and reporting standards Ensure month-end reporting is delivered accurately and on time across all entities Supporting the development of the wider finance team Providing guidance and oversight on financial controls and reporting Financial planning and forecasting Support financial planning and performance monitoring across the group. Responsibilities include: Lead the group budgeting process Updating and maintaining the group financial forecast model (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow) Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes Monitoring financial performance against forecast Providing financial insight to support leadership decision-making Financial control and compliance Ensure financial processes remain accurate, compliant and well controlled across the group. Responsibilities include: Oversight of VAT submissions across group entities Supporting year-end processes and statutory accounts preparation Liaising with external accountants regarding statutory reporting and corporation tax Ensuring consistent financial controls across the group Supporting the wider business Work closely with leadership teams to ensure financial processes operate efficiently and support operational activity. Responsibilities include: Providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making Supporting improvements to financial systems and reporting processes Supporting integration of financial reporting across group companies What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months) Accurate and timely monthly management accounts across the group Clear financial visibility for leadership teams Improved consistency of financial reporting across group entities Strong financial controls and reliable financial processes A coordinated and well-managed group finance function About You You are an experienced finance professional who enjoys working within a growing SME environment and is comfortable coordinating financial reporting across multiple entities. You bring strong technical accounting capability alongside the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. You are organised, pragmatic and able to manage your workload effectively while supporting the development of a wider finance team. You will likely bring: Experience producing management accounts within an SME environment Experience working within a multi-entity or group structure Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT) or qualified by experience Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience Experience using Xero or similar cloud accounting software Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs) Experience communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders Accuracy and attention to detail Excellent prioritising and time management skills Proficiency with Microsoft 365 A solutions-focused, commercially aware mindset Application of data protection and confidentiality What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits Flexible working Supportive, values-led team culture Progression pathways and professional development
Jul 21, 2026
Full time
Group management accountant Location: Remote (preferred locations Northamptonshire/ Milton Keynes) Hours: 25 hours per week (negotiable) Salary: £60,000 pa, depending on experience Join a growing team making a real impact At Impact HR, and across our associated group companies, we are continuing to scale our operations and support to our client base. To support this growth we are creating a Group Management Accountant role responsible for coordinating financial reporting across the group, ensuring accurate management accounts, strong financial controls and clear financial visibility for leadership. This is a newly created role that will sit at the centre of the group finance function, working closely with senior leadership and managing Finance Managers across the group to ensure financial reporting remains consistent, reliable and scalable. This is a part-time role suited to an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a growing SME environment and is comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy. Why this role matters As the group grows, maintaining accurate financial reporting, disciplined financial processes and clear insight into performance becomes increasingly important. This role ensures the group maintains: Reliable financial reporting across multiple entities Strong financial control and compliance Clear insight into revenue, costs and profitability Effective management of invoicing, payments and cashflow Consistent financial reporting across group companies The Group Management Accountant will play an important role in supporting business leaders with financial information that enables informed decision-making across the group. What you will be doing You will be responsible for coordinating financial reporting across the group and overseeing the group finance function. Working closely with senior leadership, the role will ensure financial processes operate effectively across all group companies and that financial information is accurate, consistent and delivered on time. You will also manage Finance Managers across the group, ensuring alignment of financial processes, reporting standards and controls. Your day to day will include: Group financial reporting Prepare accurate and timely financial reporting to support leadership decision-making across the group. Monthly responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts across group entities Consolidation of group financial reporting Posting accruals, prepayments, depreciation and journals where required Reviewing revenue recognition and deferred income Completion and review of balance sheet reconciliations Producing group-level management reports for senior leadership Group finance leadership Provide oversight and coordination of the finance function across the group. Responsibilities include: Lead and coordinate the finance function across group companies Managing Finance Managers across group entities Ensuring consistent financial processes and reporting standards Ensure month-end reporting is delivered accurately and on time across all entities Supporting the development of the wider finance team Providing guidance and oversight on financial controls and reporting Financial planning and forecasting Support financial planning and performance monitoring across the group. Responsibilities include: Lead the group budgeting process Updating and maintaining the group financial forecast model (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow) Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes Monitoring financial performance against forecast Providing financial insight to support leadership decision-making Financial control and compliance Ensure financial processes remain accurate, compliant and well controlled across the group. Responsibilities include: Oversight of VAT submissions across group entities Supporting year-end processes and statutory accounts preparation Liaising with external accountants regarding statutory reporting and corporation tax Ensuring consistent financial controls across the group Supporting the wider business Work closely with leadership teams to ensure financial processes operate efficiently and support operational activity. Responsibilities include: Providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making Supporting improvements to financial systems and reporting processes Supporting integration of financial reporting across group companies What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months) Accurate and timely monthly management accounts across the group Clear financial visibility for leadership teams Improved consistency of financial reporting across group entities Strong financial controls and reliable financial processes A coordinated and well-managed group finance function About You You are an experienced finance professional who enjoys working within a growing SME environment and is comfortable coordinating financial reporting across multiple entities. You bring strong technical accounting capability alongside the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues. You are organised, pragmatic and able to manage your workload effectively while supporting the development of a wider finance team. You will likely bring: Experience producing management accounts within an SME environment Experience working within a multi-entity or group structure Accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT) or qualified by experience Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience Experience using Xero or similar cloud accounting software Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs) Experience communicating financial information to non-finance stakeholders Accuracy and attention to detail Excellent prioritising and time management skills Proficiency with Microsoft 365 A solutions-focused, commercially aware mindset Application of data protection and confidentiality What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits Flexible working Supportive, values-led team culture Progression pathways and professional development
We are currently recruiting for a growing international business operating within the offshore wind sector, delivering specialist subcontract services. We're looking for an experienced Project Cost Controller to join the finance team in a newly created role. Working closely with the Group Financial Controller and project managers, you'll help develop project reporting, strengthen financial controls and provide commercial insight across a portfolio of international projects. Key Responsibilities Produce project financial reports, forecasts and budget vs actual analysis. Monitor project costs, WIP and financial performance. Partner with project managers to provide commercial and financial support. Support bid pricing and project cost modelling. Develop project reporting processes and financial controls. Identify risks, opportunities and cost variances across projects. About You Experience in a Project Accountant, Project Cost Controller, Project Controls or similar role. Background in offshore wind, renewables, construction, engineering, EPC or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of project costing, forecasting and financial reporting. Excellent Excel and analytical skills. Confident communicating with operational stakeholders. Desirable ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification. Experience with WIP, earned value, revenue recognition or project accounting systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international business and play a key role in developing project finance within a fast-paced offshore wind environment. This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin Grace Limited who are operating as an employment Agency.
Jul 20, 2026
Full time
We are currently recruiting for a growing international business operating within the offshore wind sector, delivering specialist subcontract services. We're looking for an experienced Project Cost Controller to join the finance team in a newly created role. Working closely with the Group Financial Controller and project managers, you'll help develop project reporting, strengthen financial controls and provide commercial insight across a portfolio of international projects. Key Responsibilities Produce project financial reports, forecasts and budget vs actual analysis. Monitor project costs, WIP and financial performance. Partner with project managers to provide commercial and financial support. Support bid pricing and project cost modelling. Develop project reporting processes and financial controls. Identify risks, opportunities and cost variances across projects. About You Experience in a Project Accountant, Project Cost Controller, Project Controls or similar role. Background in offshore wind, renewables, construction, engineering, EPC or infrastructure projects. Strong understanding of project costing, forecasting and financial reporting. Excellent Excel and analytical skills. Confident communicating with operational stakeholders. Desirable ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification. Experience with WIP, earned value, revenue recognition or project accounting systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international business and play a key role in developing project finance within a fast-paced offshore wind environment. This permanent vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin Grace Limited who are operating as an employment Agency.
In partnership with Keeler Recruitment , Thurne-Middleby is seeking an exceptional finance leader to join its board as Vice President of Finance. Thurne-Middleby has an international reputation for high-quality, precision-engineered industrial slicing systems for bacon, cooked meats, and cheese applications. Building on more than 50 years of industry experience, Thurne has pioneered a succession of industry first technologies in high-speed slicing, incorporating advanced vision, scanning, and computer software that serve both small family firms and major global processors. All assembly is carried out at our Norwich headquarters by a skilled team of mechanical and electrical engineers, with a dedicated facility for in-house component production. Our machining capabilities range from multi-axis CNC machining and milling to sheet metal fabrication and welding. Since 2015, Thurne has been part of The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD), a global group of 100+ companies in food processing, commercial cooking, and residential appliances. With Middleby s backing, Thurne s commitment to innovation has never been stronger, delivering production efficiencies and value to food processors around the world. As Vice President of Finance, you will join the board-level leadership team, reporting directly to the President of Thurne-Middleby and working closely with the Middleby Food Processing Division. This is a pivotal role with broad scope and exciting future opportunities ideal for either an ambitious finance leader stepping up to their first board-level appointment, or an established professional ready to expand their international and strategic remit. Key Responsibilities Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis (local and corporate). Provide strategic insight to the President and Group, influencing key business decisions. Manage and develop the Finance team, with responsibility for HR, Payroll, and IT functions. Ensure compliance with UK and US GAAP, financial regulations, and internal controls. Manage treasury, cash flow, and working capital. Lead an ERP and HR systems upgrade within the next 18 months. Support a planned site development project (within 3 4 years). Contribute to wider Middleby Food Processing Group initiatives, with potential for wider opportunities in the future. Experience & Skills Required Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) with 5+ years managerial experience. Strong track record in manufacturing, ideally with complex projects, R&D, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition. Experience of both UK and US GAAP preferred. ERP and systems implementation experience. Understanding of employment and contract law. Strong analytical, commercial, and leadership skills. A confident and enquiring leader able to challenge senior stakeholders and drive positive change. Compensation & Benefits Excellent package to match the best including relocation package for the right candidate, full details upon request.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
In partnership with Keeler Recruitment , Thurne-Middleby is seeking an exceptional finance leader to join its board as Vice President of Finance. Thurne-Middleby has an international reputation for high-quality, precision-engineered industrial slicing systems for bacon, cooked meats, and cheese applications. Building on more than 50 years of industry experience, Thurne has pioneered a succession of industry first technologies in high-speed slicing, incorporating advanced vision, scanning, and computer software that serve both small family firms and major global processors. All assembly is carried out at our Norwich headquarters by a skilled team of mechanical and electrical engineers, with a dedicated facility for in-house component production. Our machining capabilities range from multi-axis CNC machining and milling to sheet metal fabrication and welding. Since 2015, Thurne has been part of The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD), a global group of 100+ companies in food processing, commercial cooking, and residential appliances. With Middleby s backing, Thurne s commitment to innovation has never been stronger, delivering production efficiencies and value to food processors around the world. As Vice President of Finance, you will join the board-level leadership team, reporting directly to the President of Thurne-Middleby and working closely with the Middleby Food Processing Division. This is a pivotal role with broad scope and exciting future opportunities ideal for either an ambitious finance leader stepping up to their first board-level appointment, or an established professional ready to expand their international and strategic remit. Key Responsibilities Lead all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis (local and corporate). Provide strategic insight to the President and Group, influencing key business decisions. Manage and develop the Finance team, with responsibility for HR, Payroll, and IT functions. Ensure compliance with UK and US GAAP, financial regulations, and internal controls. Manage treasury, cash flow, and working capital. Lead an ERP and HR systems upgrade within the next 18 months. Support a planned site development project (within 3 4 years). Contribute to wider Middleby Food Processing Group initiatives, with potential for wider opportunities in the future. Experience & Skills Required Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) with 5+ years managerial experience. Strong track record in manufacturing, ideally with complex projects, R&D, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition. Experience of both UK and US GAAP preferred. ERP and systems implementation experience. Understanding of employment and contract law. Strong analytical, commercial, and leadership skills. A confident and enquiring leader able to challenge senior stakeholders and drive positive change. Compensation & Benefits Excellent package to match the best including relocation package for the right candidate, full details upon request.
As the Assistant Management Accountant, you will assist in the financial close and ensure that it is complete each month within the scheduled timeframe and ensure that the numbers reported to Group, are accurate. This will include: intercompany accounting, assisting with the preparation of revenue recognition (billing) assisting with fixed assets management and capital purchases/leasing (IFRS 16) assisting with the preparation of accruals, assisting with the preparation of prepayments, other overheads analysis assisting with the Balance sheet reconciliations Taking ownerships of balance sheet items & P&L Line items you will assist in identifying process improvements and seek system enhancements to improve efficiencies. this is a varied role, where you will be producing financial analysis and partnering with the management & financial accountants along with other areas in the business Do you have a base accounting degree? Are you currently studying towards CIMA, ACCA or equivalent qualification? Do you have previous accounting experience and exposure to month end, working within a fast-paced corporate paced environment? Possess strong excel skills including vlookups, pivot table and macros? If you are available and seeking a new challenge then please get in touch ASAP!
Oct 01, 2025
Seasonal
As the Assistant Management Accountant, you will assist in the financial close and ensure that it is complete each month within the scheduled timeframe and ensure that the numbers reported to Group, are accurate. This will include: intercompany accounting, assisting with the preparation of revenue recognition (billing) assisting with fixed assets management and capital purchases/leasing (IFRS 16) assisting with the preparation of accruals, assisting with the preparation of prepayments, other overheads analysis assisting with the Balance sheet reconciliations Taking ownerships of balance sheet items & P&L Line items you will assist in identifying process improvements and seek system enhancements to improve efficiencies. this is a varied role, where you will be producing financial analysis and partnering with the management & financial accountants along with other areas in the business Do you have a base accounting degree? Are you currently studying towards CIMA, ACCA or equivalent qualification? Do you have previous accounting experience and exposure to month end, working within a fast-paced corporate paced environment? Possess strong excel skills including vlookups, pivot table and macros? If you are available and seeking a new challenge then please get in touch ASAP!
CMA Recruitment Group are working with a growing, fast paced services business who are going through a period of digital transformation and require some additional support. We are looking for a Temporary Finance Assistant to support the client reporting team within the Head office. What will the Finance Assistant role involve? Assist in the preparation of Profit & Loss accounts and invoices for sign off Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition Build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally Work in collaboration with the Management Accountants to ensure accuracy and completeness of monthly revenue Suitable Candidate for the Finance Assistant vacancy: AAT qualified preferred but not essential A strong eye for detail Competent user of Excel Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Assistant: Hybrid working model with 3 days based in the office Generous benefits package including holiday pay, pension, CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Oct 01, 2025
Seasonal
CMA Recruitment Group are working with a growing, fast paced services business who are going through a period of digital transformation and require some additional support. We are looking for a Temporary Finance Assistant to support the client reporting team within the Head office. What will the Finance Assistant role involve? Assist in the preparation of Profit & Loss accounts and invoices for sign off Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition Build and maintain good working relationships both internally and externally Work in collaboration with the Management Accountants to ensure accuracy and completeness of monthly revenue Suitable Candidate for the Finance Assistant vacancy: AAT qualified preferred but not essential A strong eye for detail Competent user of Excel Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Assistant: Hybrid working model with 3 days based in the office Generous benefits package including holiday pay, pension, CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.