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Head of Accounts Wakefield 70,000 - 80,000 plus bonus package Hybrid Role Your new role Our client is seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Senior Leader to lead revenue growth, develop high-performing teams and strengthen key customer relationships.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head of Strategic Accounts who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to account growth and commercial performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering sustainable revenue growth, identifying new market opportunities and implementing sales strategies that support long-term business objectives. Lead, coach and develop high-performing sales and account management teams. Drive revenue growth through new business acquisition and account expansion. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and strategic customers. Manage forecasting, budgeting and sales performance reporting. Monitor market trends and identify new opportunities for growth. Lead contract negotiations and secure high-value commercial agreements. Develop and improve sales processes, KPIs and performance frameworks. Deliver accurate pipeline management and revenue forecasting. Collaborate with senior leadership to support wider business objectives. Maintain full ownership of commercial performance and profitability. What you'll need to succeed Proven success in sales leadership or commercial management roles. Track record of delivering consistent revenue growth. Strong account management and strategic relationship-building skills. Experience managing significant commercial budgets or P&L responsibility. Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills. Ability to develop and implement successful sales strategies. Experience negotiating and securing high-value contracts. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Background within FMCG, Logistics and Distribution What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays 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)

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.

Are you a commercially minded finance partner who enjoys influencing decisions rather than simply reporting numbers? The Opportunity Athwal Resourcing is delighted to be supporting a national foodservice and distribution group to recruit an experienced Finance Manager to join its team as a true finance business partner supporting Operations. The business is part of a wider group turning over c.£300 million and growing fast through acquisition. This is a genuinely pivotal moment to join. The business is growing rapidly through acquisition and investing heavily in systems, people and infrastructure to support its next phase of growth. This isn t about maintaining an established finance business partnering function. It s about helping to build one. You ll have the opportunity to shape reporting, influence decision-making and create processes that will support the business for years to come. Reporting to the Finance Director, you ll work alongside the Operations Director as their trusted finance partner, providing insight, challenge and commercial support across the national operation. You ll spend time with the people behind the numbers, visiting sites, understanding operational challenges and building trusted relationships that help improve performance. The customer base is broad and resilient, giving real stability alongside the pace of change. This is an operational finance role with significant visibility and influence from day one. The Role As Finance Business Partner your key responsibilities include: Business Partnering: Partner the Operations Director and senior operational team, providing insight, support and constructive challenge that drives performance across multiple distribution sites. Performance Reporting: Own weekly and monthly operational reporting, KPIs, variance analysis and commentary. Take the numbers produced by the Management Accounts team down to site level for challenge and insight. Budgeting & Forecasting: Contribute to rolling forecasts, quarterly reforecasts and the annual budget, working closely with operational teams using key operational metrics. Capital & Business Cases: Build business cases within a capital approval process, covering fleet, site and equipment investment from the ground up. New Business & Margin: Build a proper margin and standard cost model for new business quotes. Commercial Review: Getting involved in commercial customer reviews. Change & Integration: Support the integration of newly acquired and newly onboarded sites, helping build a repeatable approach as the business scales through acquisition. About You You ll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), or exceptionally qualified by experience with the right background. This should be gained in logistics, distribution or foodservice, ideally within a fast-paced FMCG or parcels-sector environment. You ll enjoy operating close to the operational front line and be confident challenging experienced, long-serving operators, earning trust through data and credibility rather than job title. You ll also bring: Experience gained in a closed-book operational environment; A track record of building business cases; Strong Excel and financial modelling skills (Power BI desirable), and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; A high level of commercial awareness and genuine comfort with fast-paced change; Good problem-solving skills and a genuine desire to simplify, not just report on, how things are done; The ability to travel to the sites and work independently, wherever in the UK you re based. Why Apply? It s an opportunity to join a fast-growing, values-led business at a genuinely pivotal point in its growth, where your contribution will be immediately visible and where you ll have real influence. In return, you ll enjoy: A competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 plus car allowance + Benefits. Home - based, flexible working, with autonomy over how you manage your time on the road. A national role, spending real time on site with the people running the operation rather than sitting behind a desk in Head Office; Autonomy to shape how the finance-operations relationship works, rather than following an existing playbook; A seat at the table with senior operational leadership and direct exposure to the people making the decisions; A standalone role today, with genuine scope for growth. Both the role and the wider finance team will scale as the business continues to grow through acquisition; Interested? If you re looking for a role where you can genuinely influence operational performance, help shape a growing business and see the impact of your work every day, we d love to hear from you.

The Pricing Team are accountable for the internal and external pricing for UK sea products including consolidation and direct services, both inbound and outbound to and from the United Kingdom by Sea. The role will report to the Head of Sea Freight and will work closely with the Gateway Manager, UK Senior General Managers, Trade Lane Managers and Regional Business Development Managers and the wider Business Development community both in the UK and the Global Network to support the growth of the UK Sea Product. Duties Include: Builds relationships within existing accounts and expands/develops connection points in other areas of the business line to identify new business leads. Develops and maintains positive customer relations in assigned area of responsibility and resolve conflicts involving scheduling, resources, or technical issues with Branch management Leads effort to maximize satisfaction, retention and reference ability of customers Plan and Support local BD campaign and promotion order to drive result deliverable, including any Customer visits if required Raise customer quotations in a timely manner and follow up accordingly, including weekly KPI reporting Work closely within the UK FM business line team to ensure the turnaround of quotes and communicate updates. Key Skills: Knowledge of Sea freight Industry/ Trends. Identification of Opportunities and markets within the overall Sea Freight environment Thorough understanding of the Rules and regulations to Sea freight to and from UK, with clear understanding of Overseas regulations where appropriate Strategist able to use their experience and perspective help guide trade lane sales and local Sales Monday - Friday 9-530pm

Minor Works Project Manager Filton, Bristol FMRE Team Projects up to 100,000 A leading facilities management team is seeking a proactive and experienced Minor Works Project Manager to oversee multiple high-impact projects across Filton, Bristol and Newport, South Wales. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering excellence in project execution. Reporting directly to the Head of Services Filton, the successful candidate will manage minor works projects valued up to 100,000, ensuring safety, compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction throughout. UK SC clearance eligibility is required to work on the Newport site. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain clear, visual project plans. Implement robust safety measures and manage subcontractor compliance. Maintain strong financial control-margin management, applications, final accounts, and cost tracking. Evaluate project outcomes to drive continuous improvement. Ensure adherence to all relevant operational policies and procedures. Define project objectives aligned with client needs-scope, budget, and timelines. Identify and mitigate risks, including reviewing third-party risk assessments and method statements. Candidate Profile Proven experience managing projects up to 100,000. Background in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works. Holds IOSH Managing Safely and NEBOSH qualifications. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Solid understanding of CDM regulations and risk management. What Makes This Role Exciting? This role offers the chance to lead meaningful projects across diverse sites, work with a collaborative team, and make a tangible impact. It's ideal for someone who enjoys turning plans into reality and thrives on delivering results. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan

About the Role We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded CFO / Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a global leading FMCG company. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of financial management, support business growth, and act as a strategic partner to senior leadership while maintaining close collaboration with international headquarters. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the UK finance team (3 4 staff), ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective controls. Oversee daily finance operations including accounts, treasury, tax, audit, and management reporting. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes in alignment with HQ requirements. Partner closely with Supply Chain Management (SCM) to optimise inventory control and stock management. Implement and manage financial information systems, ensuring the business leverages digital tools effectively. Provide commercial insights and recommendations to support business strategy and profitability. Act as the key financial liaison with HQ, preparing and presenting reports as needed. Requirements Fluent Korean speaker (written and spoken) ACCA fully qualified (or equivalent). Proven experience as a CFO or Financial Controller, ideally in FMCG Strong background in stock management and working closely with SCM functions. Digital savvy, with proven experience implementing and managing finance information systems. Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing a finance team Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Commercial Finance Manager / Snr Finance Business Partner Your new company Ambitious multi-site and high-growth FMCG / Food business with a group £t/o in excess of £200mn, generating strong profit / EBITDA. This role is working for a key cash-generating site within the group and it will be based in Torbay, South Devon. Your new role This is a commercial finance manager / business partner role and will take ownership of site numbers, working closely with the GM and leadership team.This company has a shared services finance team that will enable you to focus on the commercial operational aspects of the finance function. Duties will include : Financial Analysis & Reporting, delivering accurate profitability analysis by site, customer and product; support weekly reporting cycles and period-end close processes. Operational & Commercial Support, collaborating with factory and commercial teams to improve efficiency, evaluate growth opportunities, and prepare for customer presentations. Preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals and KPI targets. Monitor stock levels, support cash flow forecasting, and ensure foreign currency requirements are planned and funded appropriately. Driving improvements in business intelligence systems, financial modelling, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making. If you prefer managing staff as well as dealing with technical financial accounts, audit and control, this is probably not the right role. The emphasis here is on commercial finance. The day-to-day work is handled by a shared services team in the head office. What you'll need to succeed Proven commercial finance / finance business partnering background with skills in financial planning gained from a manufacturing background, ideally within the FMCG sector.Advanced Excel proficiency, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and scenario modelling, with strong data manipulation skills.Experienced in navigating matrix organisations, collaborating effectively across multiple reporting lines.Strong business partnering skillsPreferably qualified in either ACA, ACCA or CIMA What you'll get in return Salary in the region of c£75k (negotiable)Good benefits package + 1 - 2 days a week WFHOpportunity to focus on commercial finance and impact the bottom line What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Commercial Finance Manager / Snr Finance Business Partner Your new company Ambitious multi-site and high-growth FMCG / Food business with a group £t/o in excess of £200mn, generating strong profit / EBITDA. This role is working for a key cash-generating site within the group and it will be based in Torbay, South Devon. Your new role This is a commercial finance manager / business partner role and will take ownership of site numbers, working closely with the GM and leadership team.This company has a shared services finance team that will enable you to focus on the commercial operational aspects of the finance function. Duties will include : Financial Analysis & Reporting, delivering accurate profitability analysis by site, customer and product; support weekly reporting cycles and period-end close processes. Operational & Commercial Support, collaborating with factory and commercial teams to improve efficiency, evaluate growth opportunities, and prepare for customer presentations. Preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals and KPI targets. Monitor stock levels, support cash flow forecasting, and ensure foreign currency requirements are planned and funded appropriately. Driving improvements in business intelligence systems, financial modelling, and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making. If you prefer managing staff as well as dealing with technical financial accounts, audit and control, this is probably not the right role. The emphasis here is on commercial finance. The day-to-day work is handled by a shared services team in the head office. What you'll need to succeed Proven commercial finance / finance business partnering background with skills in financial planning gained from a manufacturing background, ideally within the FMCG sector.Advanced Excel proficiency, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and scenario modelling, with strong data manipulation skills.Experienced in navigating matrix organisations, collaborating effectively across multiple reporting lines.Strong business partnering skillsPreferably qualified in either ACA, ACCA or CIMA What you'll get in return Salary in the region of c£75k (negotiable)Good benefits package + 1 - 2 days a week WFHOpportunity to focus on commercial finance and impact the bottom line What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant/Supervisor to support the front-of-house team on a family friendly holiday park in Devon. You will be responsible for ensuring a smooth check-in/check-out process, managing any customer issues efficiently, and maintaining high team morale through effective delegation and team management for a well-established award-winning holiday park. ABOUT THE ROLE: It is an extremely varied role that will further develop over time. You will gain experience and skills in many different areas. It is recognised that for a person joining the company for the first time, it will obviously take some time before they will be able to carry out all the work tasks listed above. The main requirement for the job is for someone who is interested, willing and able to learn. JOB PURPOSE: Create, drive, and deliver sales projects alongside the Holiday Sales Manager, as identified from daily sales reports and forecasting, to increase revenue and align with company strategy. To assist with leading a team to deliver outstanding customer service and standards in order to ensure all our guests wish to return. To be accountable for the effective management of all aspects of the Holiday Sales function & reception in the Holiday Sales Manager's absence. To work with the Holiday Sales Manager in managing Holiday Sales income ensuring maximisation of opportunities to improve Park and business performance against budget. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Deliver holiday sales to budget and strive to exceed beyond that. Effectively manage a budget for holiday sales and monitor and maintain effective cost controls. Lead the team to ensure the Holiday Sales department on their park meets their daily/weekly/monthly KPI targets (Key Performance Indicators). Assist the Manager with makeup of fleet (Lodges, Safari tents, caravans) to maximise revenue and availability opportunities using Elite Dynamics. Ensuring Hire fleet are prioritised when allocating bookings over Sublets. To regularly outbound potential guests whilst liaising with the social media and Marketing Department and future guests to increase holiday sales, upgrades, extensions and provide team with accurate information on Park of holiday offers available. To regularly outbound key data sets; booking fall out; missed calls; brochure requests and any other data set as required by the business. Ensure guest data and booking source are collected during the booking process and full data is collected from Hoseasons arrivals. Keep up to date and communicate any key business or function specific incentives to your team in a consistent and positive way. Use all available tools to forecast future problems and find suitable solutions to ease business pressure or create opportunity. Ensure the reception team are fully trained and receive regular training updates. Actively promote 2nd holiday and advance booking campaign and encourage guests to rebook before departure. Provide weekly feedback on out bounding activity to MK team (every Monday) Newspaper bookings; processing bookings; ensuring guests pay relevant charges / balance; invoicing GFM / BFH; reconciling invoices versus payments. Ensuring holiday balances are chased on a weekly basis and amounts outstanding are received 4 weeks prior to holiday start dates. Manage staff rotas in line with budgets and business needs. Monitor call quality with team ensuring all opportunities are maximised to deliver holiday sales budget. Work with HSM to ensure effective delivery of call overflow service and ensure messages are followed up in a timely manner. Customer complaint handling in line with company procedure. Ensure that holiday accommodation meets and exceeds customer expectations. Manage owner sublet accounts. Keep up to date and communicate any key business or function specific incentives to your team in a consistent and positive way. To give clear direction and purpose to the team in all communications. ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Fully computer literate with extensive experience of Microsoft Office programmes. Holiday park/ Hospitality experience in a similar position within holiday sales, management, guest experience, reception etc. The ability to communicate information to members of the public on the telephone, in person and in writing. A conscientious approach to work with excellent attention to detail. Good organisational and office procedure skills. Cheerful, confident personality with good customer care skills. The ability to remain calm and level-headed in demanding situations. Able to work flexible hours at busy times. The ability to work as part of a team and independently. Being able to prioritise work tasks, adjust to shifting priorities and meet deadlines. To prioritise workload in an efficient manner and to liaise with assistant manager/ Reception Supervisor. People management Problem solving Resilience Resource and budget management Results orientated. Strategic outlook Team working This is a full-time role based on an average of 45 hours a week, working 5/7. The office opens at 8.00 am. Finish times vary according to the time of year this could be up until 9pm in the summer. You will be ideally expected to work weekends, with 2 days off during the week. Due to the nature of the tourism industry, it is important that staff have a flexible approach to their work. There is a total of 28 days holiday per year pro rata, holidays cannot be taken during the school holidays or on Bank Holidays as these are our busiest times. The office is open 7 days a week so being able to work at weekends/Bank Holidays is a necessary requirement of the job. There is a half an hour unpaid lunch break. If you'd like the opportunity of being part of an amazing team and Holiday Park in a gorgeous part of the country, then please get in touch today to discuss your application!

Are you a Finance Manager looking for your next step? Want to work for an organisation that makes delicious and sustainable food but also puts your development at the forefront of their mission? Look no further. As Finance Manager, you ll take the lead on the sites financial performance, implementing new systems and processes where you see fit to support the progression of commercial & operational initiatives. Salary £70,000 Per Annum + Car Allowance Location Milton Keynes / Hybrid 2 Days Per Week Role Type Full Time / Permanent / Mon-Fri / 8-5 Benefits - 25 days annual leave + BH, Pension 5% and 3%, 2 Volunteering Days per year, Onsite Parking, Staff Canteen, Health and well-being support and welfare community groups, Online and high street discount portal The Role You ll be a part of the site leadership team and manage the onsite finance team ensuring they are performing well and training them where necessary. You will also support the next phase of growth by promoting sustainable margin improvements, and leading cost reduction projects. This role also involves reviewing capital proposals to ensure financial soundness and overseeing accurate forecasting of capital project spending and benefits, aligning them with approved proposals and addressing any schedule changes. You will handle daily and weekly KPI reporting and take overall responsibility for monthly site management accounts, reporting variances against weekly figures, budgets, and prior years. By fostering a cost-awareness culture, you will ensure strong overhead control across all functions and review and approve monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Regular forecasting and annual budgeting of site performance are key duties, along with effectively managing and mitigating business risks. We re looking for an ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified financial professional with experience in managing a team in the FMCG sector. This is a 700-employee site with a significant turnover so experience in large enterprises is also key. If you have worked with ERP systems in the past this would be beneficial. If this sounds like your kind of role get in touch today!

About the Role We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded CFO / Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a global leading FMCG company. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of financial management, support business growth, and act as a strategic partner to senior leadership while maintaining close collaboration with international headquarters. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the UK finance team (3 4 staff), ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and effective controls. Oversee daily finance operations including accounts, treasury, tax, audit, and management reporting. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes in alignment with HQ requirements. Partner closely with Supply Chain Management (SCM) to optimise inventory control and stock management. Implement and manage financial information systems, ensuring the business leverages digital tools effectively. Provide commercial insights and recommendations to support business strategy and profitability. Act as the key financial liaison with HQ, preparing and presenting reports as needed. Requirements Fluent Korean speaker (written and spoken) ACCA fully qualified (or equivalent). Proven experience as a CFO or Financial Controller, ideally in FMCG Strong background in stock management and working closely with SCM functions. Digital savvy, with proven experience implementing and managing finance information systems. Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing a finance team Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.