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GRG Executive Search is partnering with a progressive and ambitious SME, based in Warwickshire, that has experienced exceptional growth over recent years, with exciting plans to continue this trajectory. As Finance Director, you will become a key member of the senior leadership team, working closely with the Board ensuring the finance function supports sustainable, long-term growth. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and enjoys combining strategic thinking with operational excellence. The Role Reporting directly to the Board, you will lead a well-established finance team of nine and take full ownership of the company's financial strategy, performance and governance. You will provide commercial insight to support key business decisions while ensuring robust financial controls, compliance and reporting across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering the company's financial strategy in line with business objectives. Acting as a trusted advisor to the Board, providing commercial and strategic financial insight. Leading, developing and mentoring a finance team of nine. Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning. Producing accurate and timely management and statutory reporting. Driving financial performance through insightful analysis and KPI reporting. Ensuring effective financial controls, governance and regulatory compliance. Managing relationships with external auditors, banks, insurers and other stakeholders. Supporting business growth initiatives, investment decisions and continuous improvement across the organisation. Identifying opportunities to enhance systems, processes and operational efficiency. About You To be successful in this role, you will be an accomplished finance professional with a proven track record of operating at senior leadership level within the construction sector. You will possess: A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Previous Finance Director, Financial Controller, Head of Finance or equivalent senior finance leadership experience. Essential experience within the construction industry. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence strategic decision-making. Experience leading and developing high-performing finance teams. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence operating at Board level. A hands-on approach, balanced with the ability to think strategically. A passion for driving business improvement and supporting ambitious growth. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details

An opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a family-owned builders' merchants, supplying building materials, timber, hardware, and DIY products to trade professionals and homeowners. As a Management Accountant, you will provide financial analysis, management reporting and cost control support across manufacturing operations while working closely with operational teams. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits. Assistant Management Accountants with a strong manufacturing or production background will also be considered. You will be responsible for: Preparing accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports. Producing balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow reporting. Managing cost accounting, including raw materials, labour and overhead costs. Overseeing inventory valuation, stock reconciliations and month-end stock takes. Analysing production costs through detailed variance analysis and identifying opportunities to improve profitability. Monitoring margins and supporting cost control initiatives. Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and business planning activities. Partnering with operational and commercial teams to provide meaningful financial insight. Ensuring compliance with financial controls and audit requirements. What we are looking for Previously worked as a Management Accountant, Cost Accountant, Production Accountant, Accountant or in a similar role Prior experience working within a manufacturing, production or engineering environment in an accounting role. Qualified or part-qualified ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and support operational decision-making. A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport. What's on offer Competitive salary. Company pension scheme. Healthcare cashback scheme (following successful completion of the probationary period). Career development opportunities. Staff discount. Long service recognition and additional leave benefits. Apply today to be considered for this excellent opportunity to join a respected business where you can make a genuine impact within a commercially focused finance team. 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.

Your new company A well-established manufacturing business in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Analyst to join the finance team on an initial contract of up to 3 months. Operating within a fast-paced environment, the organisation requires immediate support to strengthen its budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes while providing key financial insight to senior stakeholders. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of the budgeting and forecasting cycle, delivering robust financial plans to support strategic and operational decision-making. Key responsibilities will include leading the annual budget process, preparing monthly forecasts, developing rolling forecasts across P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, and providing detailed variance analysis against budget and prior year performance.You will business partner with operational teams to improve forecasting accuracy, support working capital management, develop cash flow forecasts and provide insight into business performance. The role will also support long-term financial planning, financial modelling and continuous improvements across reporting processes and systems. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong FP&A experience gained within a commercial environment. Previous experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities is essential, alongside the ability to build financial models and present meaningful analysis to senior stakeholders.Manufacturing experience would be highly advantageous, although candidates from other complex commercial environments will also be considered. You will be an analytical and proactive finance professional who can quickly add value in an interim capacity. What you'll get in return You'll have the opportunity to join a growing business during a key planning period, working closely with senior leadership and making an immediate impact. This contract offers a competitive day rate, flexible working arrangements and the chance to utilise your FP&A expertise in a commercially focused role. What you need to do nowIf 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. 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 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)

Sourcing Analyst 40,000 - 50,000 dependent on experience + bonus + extensive benefits Full Time / Permanent Hybrid / 2 days a week in Birmingham office The Role: I am looking for a driven Sourcing Analyst to join a large global brand head quartered in the Birmingham, West Midlands. As a Sourcing Analyst, you will analyse production capacity, transport costs, product specifications and customer requirements to identify the most cost effective source of supply. This is a key role working alongside commercial, operations and supply chain teams to enable smart and balanced decisions that deliver measurable financial impact. This is a hybrid role requiring 2 days a week on average in the Birmingham head office. The Person: The successful candidate will have worked in similar Analyst role previously, ideally with experience in supply chain planning, operations analysis and business analysis. You must be highly analytical, commercially aware and motivated by solving optimisation problems using data and insight. You must have a proven track record of working with data, building reports and supporting business decisions. Advanced Excel skills are essential as is experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI. Please apply via this advert or contact (url removed) for more information Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

Interim Finance Manager - Hybrid 2 days per week in London An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly successful and internationally recognised software development business. Working closely with the Head of Finance and senior stakeholders across the studio and wider Group, you'll lead management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. You will also play a key role in implementing and embedding the new financial planning system while identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and business performance. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly management reporting, KPI dashboards and performance analysis. Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning. Manage cost reporting across multiple departments Develop financial models and scenario planning to support strategic decisions. Variance analysis and commercial recommendations to senior leadership. Support the implementation and ongoing development of the financial planning platform. Drive continuous improvement through automation and enhanced reporting processes. About You ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Strong background in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Advanced Excel skills with the ability to interpret and present complex financial data via Power Point Confident partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing business decisions. Highly organised with excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience with FP&A software Technology / Software Industry experience This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional looking to join an innovative, fast-paced and collaborative business at the forefront of their industry. Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Duties include: Group revenue and gross profit reconciliations Sales commission calculations Support with the transition away from reports generated using Microsoft Excel into Power BI Financial planning and analysis including budgeting Production of business performance reports Supporting and evaluating bids and tenders with financial data and models Work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting Qualifications & Experience You must be ACCA, ACA or CIMA part-qualified Experience in a similar environment Experience with Power BI or a similar data visualisation software package Proficient with Microsoft packages - strong Excel skills is a must Experience using Sage Intacct Ability to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Good business acumen Uses initiative to problem solve Desirable Attributes Willingness to learn and progress toward full qualification. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong communication skills and ability to explain financial information clearly. Tenacity and enjoyment of problem solving Proactive, solution-oriented and continuous improvement mindset About ersg Set up in 2008, ersg is an award winning, international leader in staffing services to the global energy and built environment markets. We work with major international companies through to smaller independent businesses to enable their projects to be facilitated effectively throughout the entire project life cycle. Whilst headquartered in London, our global business has over 200 staff with offices across Europe, North America and Asia. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff or applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

Head of Finance 70,000 - 75,000 a year - Full-time Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm Office based position, with free parking on-site Hybrid working (1 day per week) available after 3-6 months Our client on the outskirts of Colchester are seeking a Head of Finance to join the senior team at a very exciting time for the business. The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational leadership of the finance function, ensuring the business remains financially robust, commercially focused and well governed. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this position will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director and operational leaders to shape strategy, support sustainable growth and provide financial insight. Key duties: Develop and deliver the financial strategy, aligned to corporate objectives and long-term business plans Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive, Managing Director, Board and Senior Leadership Team Lead financial modelling and scenario planning to support growth, investment and service development Monitor developments within the adult social care sector and advise on the financial impact of changes in commissioning, funding and regulation Lead the annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes Develop and lead an annual strategy for fee uplifts, using financial analysis, market intelligence and bench-marking to support negotiations with local authorities, NHS commissioners and other funding bodies Produce accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, cash flow projections and performance analysis Monitor financial performance, identifying emerging risks and opportunities Work with operational managers to improve budget management and financial accountability Prepare high-quality financial reports, forecasts and business cases for the Board Present complex financial information clearly to support informed decision-making Support the Board in meeting its governance responsibilities through robust financial reporting, assurance and risk management Lead the financial appraisal, modelling and due diligence of acquisitions, mergers and new services Work with external advisers throughout acquisition processes. Support post-acquisition integration, ensuring effective financial controls, reporting and performance monitoring Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, accounting standards and regulatory obligations Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process Oversee tax, VAT, payroll and statutory reporting requirements Monitor occupancy, staffing costs, agency spend and service profitability Oversee cash flow, working capital and banking arrangements Ensure effective debtor management and income collection Lead the development of finance systems, reporting and internal processes Promote automation and technology to improve efficiency and reporting capability Lead, develop and motivate the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture Candidate requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA). Can consider QBE Evidence of continuing professional development Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role Adult social care, healthcare or another regulated sector would be a strong advantage Experience reporting to Boards or Trustees and presenting strategic financial information Strong track record in budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting and financial control Experience managing external audit and regulatory compliance Financial modelling, business planning and commercial decision support Experience supporting acquisitions, organisational growth or major business change Experience leading and developing finance teams Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the search for a Planning Performance Manager to join their Town Planning department on an initial 6 month contract. The role is will require you to provide strategic advice to the Assistant Director of Planning and to the planning and building control services on continuous development and improvement. Main Areas of Responsibility: 1.Work with and represent the Assistant Director - Planning and the Head of Development Management on financial and budgetary management, performance improvement, monitoring and marketing 2.To be responsible for local and national performance monitoring and the maintenance, provision and analysis of data 3.To be the guardian and driver of customer satisfaction for the planning and building control services and oversee complaint and FOI/EIR responses 4.To work with the corporate Transformation Team, Assistant Director - Planning, the Head of Development Management, Manager and Team Leaders, and the Head of Digital and Innovation, to enable and implement process and system efficiency including through information, digital and automated technology. 5.To identify opportunities for service improvement and lead their implementation 6.To line manage and work with the Technical Support Team Leader to support transformation and improvement and maintain high-quality support to the planning and building control services 7.To support the planning and building control services in preparing for Local Government Reform and transitioning to a new unitary authority 8.To work with and report to the Council's Extended Leadership Team, Corporate Leadership Team and Portfolio Holders in delivering improvement. 9.To support corporate service and business planning for the planning and building control services 10.To manage procurement and contract management for the planning and building control services 11.To manage staff learning and continuous professional development for the planning and building control services 12.To manage recruitment for the planning and building control services for the planning and building control services 13.To manage the on-line presence of the planning and building control services 14.To deputise for the Assistant Director - Planning and Head of Development Management when required 15.To undertake such other relevant duties as may be required by the Executive Director Place & Regeneration and the Assistant Director - Planning It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering hybrid working arrangements with a weekly office presence required. Carrington West Pay Rate - £Flexible subject to experience Job Ref - 68216 Please call Cameron de Wit on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: (url removed) (url removed) Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.

hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your impact Are you interested in working on one of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects in the UK? We are enhancing the capability of the Eurofighter Typhoon, Gripen and emerging GCAP platform and are looking for top engineers to join our team. As a Software Engineer at Leonardo, you will work in an agile team with 7-10 other engineers. Together with almost 100 other engineers you'll be challenged to ensure the software development continues to form the backbone of the nation's air defence capability for decades to come. You will collaborate with your colleagues to architect, design, implement and test new product functionality and contribute to planning the work and taking ownership for delivering it. What you'll bring To be successful in this role, we really need you to have the following experience: Experience working within an agile team and familiarity with agile software development lifecycle The ability to collaborate and work with others Strong programming skills. For this role C++ will be the main language but we will consider anyone who has strong skills in other languages who is willing to learn Git (or equivalent) source control expertise The ability to develop suitable software solution from solution requirements The ability to trace, diagnose and resolve potential software issues. Familiarity with a debugger. If you have the above skills, the following will really help you stand out: Familiarity with Signal Processing Experience working on complex products and codebases Familiarisation with component-based development Experience with working in embedded environments Experience using static analysis and code coverage tooling Knowledge of best practises for incremental development Familiarity with the Atlassian toolset Familiarity with Cmake. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours. Due to the nature of this role, full on-site working is a requirement. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite

hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your impact Are you interested in working on one of the most cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects in the UK? We are enhancing the capability of fast jets such as the Eurofighter Typhoon, Saab Gripen and the emerging 6th generation fighter jet platform, Tempest. We are looking for top engineers to join our team and help us with our industry leading contributions to these projects. As a Software Engineer at Leonardo, you will work in an agile team with 7-10 other engineers. Together with almost 100 other engineers you'll be challenged to ensure the software development continues to form the backbone of the nation's air defence capability for decades to come. You will collaborate with your colleagues to architect, design, implement and test new product functionality and contribute to planning the work and taking ownership for delivering it. What you'll bring To be successful in this role, we really need you to have the following experience: Experience working within an agile team and familiarity with agile software development lifecycle Strong C++ programming skills, ideally in a highly regulated environment. The ability to collaborate and work with others Git (or equivalent) source control expertise The ability to develop suitable software solution from solution requirements The ability to trace, diagnose and resolve potential software issues. Familiarity with a debugger. If you have the above skills, the following will really help you stand out: Familiarity with Signal Processing Experience working on complex products and codebases Familiarisation with component-based development Experience with working in embedded environments Experience using static analysis and code coverage tooling Knowledge of best practises for incremental development Familiarity with the Atlassian toolset Familiarity with Cmake. This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible Working : Flexible hours are available, however, due to the nature of this work, full time on-site working will be required. For part time opportunities, please talk to us For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team-they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Edinburgh Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Onsite

Shape the Financial Future of Our Business We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Director to join our senior leadership team. This is a pivotal role responsible for leading the finance function, driving business performance, and providing strategic financial direction to support continued growth and profitability. As a trusted advisor to the Board and executive leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping business strategy, improving operational performance, and ensuring robust financial governance across the organisation. In addition to leading the finance function, the successful candidate will undertake the role of Company Secretary, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and acting as the primary liaison with Companies House. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver Hozelock s financial strategy in line with business objectives. Lead all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Ensure effective cash flow management, working capital control, and financial risk management. Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, controls, and processes. Manage statutory accounts, audits, tax compliance, and regulatory requirements. Partner with department leaders to improve financial performance and accountability. Present financial results, forecasts, and business insights to the Board and senior stakeholders. Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing finance team. Support business growth initiatives, acquisitions, investment appraisals, and commercial projects as required. About You We're looking for a commercially focused finance leader with a manufacturing industry background, who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach. Essential Requirements Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance, or senior financial leadership level. Experience within the manufacturing industry. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence business decisions. Experience leading financial planning, analysis, and business performance management. Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills. Strong knowledge of financial controls, corporate governance, and compliance. Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with confidence presenting at Board level. Desirable Experience within FMCG operations. Experience supporting business transformation and growth initiatives. Exposure to ERP implementation or finance system improvements. What We Offer Competitive salary and bonus package One day per week WFH Company pension scheme Health cash back plan Life assurance Discounted staff shop Employee wellbeing initiatives Free onsite parking (with EV chargers) EV salary sacrifice scheme Why Join Us? At Hozelock, we ve been helping people nurture their gardens for generations. From innovative watering solutions to trusted gardening tools, our products are designed to make growing easier, more enjoyable, and more sustainable. But behind every great product is a great team. We re a company that values curiosity, craftsmanship and collaboration, where ideas are encouraged, expertise is shared, and people are empowered to make a real impact. If you re passionate about quality, innovation and being part of a business with a proud heritage and an exciting future, Hozelock could be the place for you. Hozelock is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know.

About the Organisation A forward-thinking and values-led organisation operating a multi-site model across Birmingham is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join its central finance team. The organisation is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes through strong financial stewardship, operational excellence, and effective financial management. The Role This is a hands-on Management Accountant position responsible for producing accurate and timely management accounts, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring robust financial controls across multiple sites. Working closely with the Head of Finance and operational managers, you will play a key role in providing financial insight, monitoring performance, and supporting informed business decision-making. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary Lead month-end and year-end processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting Produce budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections across multiple sites Monitor financial performance against budget, highlighting risks, trends, and opportunities Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls Prepare and analyse key financial and operational performance indicators (KPIs) Support the annual budgeting and business planning cycles Assist with statutory audit requirements and year-end reporting activities Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and reporting systems Provide financial support and guidance to budget holders and operational managers About You Fully qualified or finalist accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) Proven experience in a Management Accountant role or similar position Strong experience preparing monthly management accounts and financial reporting packs Excellent budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis skills Good understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and month-end processes Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial systems Ability to communicate financial information clearly to finance and non-finance stakeholders Highly organised with strong attention to detail What's on Offer Opportunity to play a key role within a growing and purpose-driven organisation Exposure to a diverse multi-site operation Collaborative and supportive finance team Competitive salary and benefits package Ongoing professional development and study support (where applicable) Career progression opportunities

Adapro Talent Partners are delighted to be supporting a large PE Backed Hospitality/Retail business with their recruitment of a Head of Finance - Operations. The Head of Finance - Operations is a permanent position, based out of the company's Bedfordshire Head Office, and it will report into the Finance Director, and lead a team of 5. As Head of Operations Finance, you'll be the trusted financial partner to the Operations teams, providing commercial insight, challenge and support across a large, complex, multi-site estate. You'll lead a high-performing finance team while driving the financial performance agenda, ensuring robust controls, accurate forecasting and meaningful reporting that helps operational leaders make informed decisions. This role offers a unique blend of strategic leadership, commercial business partnering and operational finance, making it ideal for an experienced finance leader who enjoys influencing at executive level while remaining close to the operational heartbeat of the business. Key Responsibilities: Leading the Operations Finance function, providing strategic financial leadership across the nationwide estate. Partnering with senior operational stakeholders to influence decision-making through insightful financial analysis and commercial challenge. Owning the budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning processes for Operations. Delivering meaningful performance reporting that identifies opportunities to improve revenue, margin and labour productivity. Driving cost optimisation initiatives across labour, utilities, direct materials and overheads. Partnering with Operations to improve energy, utilities and ESG cost performance. Managing the Finance relationship with Dayforce workforce planning systems. Developing KPIs that support operational excellence and productivity improvements. Providing financial modelling and commercial evaluation for capital investment, strategic projects and business initiatives. Ensuring strong financial controls, governance and compliance across operational activities. Leading continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes, systems and reporting. Collaborating with Finance, Operations, Property, Commercial and People teams to support wider business transformation. Our Client is looking for a commercially minded finance leader who can combine strategic thinking with strong operational understanding. You'll be comfortable operating in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and have a track record of building influential relationships with senior stakeholders. You'll also have: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification. Significant senior finance leadership experience within a multi-site business. Strong business partnering experience with operational leadership teams. Excellent commercial acumen and the ability to turn data into actionable business insight. Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes. Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills. Proven experience leading and developing successful finance teams. Strong financial modelling, analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Experience within hospitality, retail, travel, leisure or other service-led organisations. Our Client is offering a Salary of 100,000 - 110,000 + Car Allowance + 25% Bonus + Benefits.

Finance Manager (Construction) 45,000 - 53,000 + Progression + Inhouse Training + Office based + Early Friday finish Urmston, Liverpool Are you a Finance Manager or similar looking to join a well-established and growing business offering a varied workload, progression opportunities, and an early Friday finish? For over 40 years, this company has been providing specialist industrial construction solutions to a wide range of customers. Through continued success, they have grown into a multi-million-pound business and are now looking to strengthen their finance department. In this varied role, you will be responsible for preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts, balance sheets, variance analysis, budgeting, and financial planning. Alongside this, you will support a Finance Administrator with accounts receivable and credit control, while also monitoring staff training records and certification to ensure engineers and operatives remain compliant. This role would suit a Finance Manager or similar looking for a varied position within a growing company offering long-term progression, in-house training, and an early Friday finish. The role Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Support credit control, accounts receivable, and compliance records Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm / Friday 8:30am-3:30pm The person Finance Manager or similar Knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting Able to commute to Urmston Reference Number: BBH26314 Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Financial Controller, Construction, Credit Control, Accounts Receivable, Sage, Payroll, Compliance, Cadishead, Irlam, Eccles, Salford, Trafford, Warrington, Manchester, Liverpool, Greater Manchester. If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Head of Finance Location: Farnborough Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:30 Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 plus a 10% bonus Talent Guardian is delighted to be partnering with a well-established aviation business to appoint a Head of Finance. This is a key leadership appointment, reporting directly to the CEO and sitting at the heart of the leadership team, with responsibility for leading a Finance function of currently six people. We're looking for a finance leader who can demonstrate both strategic capability and the ability to drive operational excellence. You'll combine strong financial stewardship with genuine commercial and operational leadership, acting not only as the guardian of financial control and compliance but as a trusted business partner who helps the business achieve its strategic and commercial objectives. If you enjoy translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insight, and you'd relish shaping the finance agenda across a multi-entity business, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be doing Reporting to the CEO, you'll take ownership of the overall financial stewardship of the business. Your remit will span: Finance leadership & team management leading, developing and structuring the Finance team, setting clear objectives and fostering a culture of accountability, ownership and continuous improvement. Financial reporting & control delivering accurate, timely and compliant reporting across all entities, overseeing month-end, year-end and statutory processes, and preparing concise, insightful Board and Executive reporting packs. Planning, budgeting & forecasting owning the annual budgeting and forecasting cycles, developing robust financial models, and using driver-based forecasting to support strategic planning and investment appraisal. Cash flow & working capital leading liquidity planning, maintaining rolling cash forecasts, optimising working capital and managing banking relationships. Commercial finance & business partnering providing strategic insight and constructive challenge, supporting pricing, contract modelling and profitability analysis, and partnering with teams across Operations, Commercial, Procurement, HR and Legal. Risk & financial governance maintaining robust governance frameworks, strong internal controls and effective risk management. Finance transformation, systems & BI owning the transformation roadmap, driving reporting automation, improving data quality and reducing reliance on manual processes. How to apply To apply, or for a confidential conversation about the role, please get in touch with the team at Talent Guardian. We look forward to hearing from you.

Risk & Assurance Manager Salary: region of 56,000 depending on experience, plus car/allowance, bonus and other Veolia benefits Location: Hybrid role with travel to sites nationally When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you: Company Car or car cash allowance Bonus Scheme (up to 22.5%) Access to our company pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewards. Stream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & reward What you'll be doing: Establish a strategic vision for the Landfill, Energy Recovery Facility (ERF), Agricultural Services, and Construction sectors within the Treatment business. Developing and enhancing the R&A team's capabilities to effectively support daily operations and guide the business toward achieving an Active Risk Culture. Leading the effective planning, support, and continuous improvement of both planned maintenance outages and construction projects. Involvement in the broader R&A improvement programme, where the team is responsible for developing and spearheading the implementation of initiatives. Conduct trend analysis and identify key risk areas across the Landfill, ERF, Agricultural Services, and Construction sectors, focusing specifically on the Technical and Construction aspects of the business. Drive consistency and implement improvements. What we're looking for: Experience in a Safety Advisor Role, ideally in waste management, construction and maintenance NEBOSH General Certificate. Or equivalent Auditing experience. The ability to influence key stakeholders on site. Someone motivated to be actively part of the improvement programme and implementation of this within operational sites An individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to provide industry-leading customer service to all internal and external customers. What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Position : Head of Finance Business Partnering (Interim) Bexley 16 Location : Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months - typically 2 days in the office per week but varies week on week Working Hours: 36 hours per week Pay Rate: PAYE: £ 650.00 per day Job Reference: OR(phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Lead the Finance Business Partnering function for Children's Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial support and strategic advice. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of Finance Business Partners, promoting high performance, accountability, and continuous professional development. Build strong partnerships with senior leadership teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and support to inform strategic decision-making. Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and reporting processes for the assigned service area. Provide expert financial advice to support the development, delivery, and evaluation of service plans, business cases, and transformation initiatives. Drive the development of innovative service delivery models that achieve efficiencies, deliver cost savings, and maximise outcomes for residents. Monitor financial performance, identify financial risks and opportunities, and ensure appropriate mitigating actions are implemented. Produce accurate, timely, and insightful financial reports, analysis, and management information for senior stakeholders. Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, accounting standards, governance requirements, and organisational policies. Support the discharge of Section 151 responsibilities by maintaining high standards of financial stewardship and control. Lead on financial aspects of change programmes, service transformation, and strategic projects across Children's Services. Develop effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote collaborative working and informed financial decision-making. Contribute to the development of finance policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance service delivery. Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and a customer-focused approach within the Finance Business Partnering team. Represent the finance function at senior management meetings and provide professional financial leadership across the organisation. Person Specification Essential Requirements CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification). Significant post-qualification experience in finance management, business partnering, or financial leadership roles. Demonstrable experience of leading and managing finance teams within a large, complex organisation. Strong knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and management accounting. Experience providing strategic financial advice and challenge to senior leaders and service managers. Excellent understanding of local government finance, public sector financial management, and financial governance. Knowledge of statutory financial responsibilities, including the principles supporting Section 151 responsibilities. Proven ability to lead service transformation, financial improvement, and efficiency programmes. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret complex financial information. Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Experience developing robust business cases and supporting strategic decision-making. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within demanding timescales. Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills with a commitment to developing high-performing teams. Proficient in the use of financial management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Desirable Requirements Experience working within Children's Services finance in a local authority. Experience supporting organisational transformation and change management programmes. Knowledge of local government funding arrangements, financial regulations, and statutory reporting requirements. Experience working in politically sensitive environments with senior elected members and executive leadership. Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering value for money across public services. DISCLAIMER : By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the role. You acknowledge that it is your responsibility to inform i-Jobs in advance if there are any specific organisations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be disclosed.