We are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to join a fast-paced, private equity-backed business. This role will provide critical support to the finance function during the recruitment of a permanent hire while also driving key finance transformation initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded FP&A professional who enjoys improving processes, enhancing reporting, and delivering change in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead and enhance the monthly FP&A reporting cycle, ensuring timely and insightful management information. Develop and improve management reporting packs, dashboards, and KPI reporting. Support finance transformation projects, including process improvement, reporting automation, and planning enhancements. Review and optimise budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial analysis and commercial insights. Ensure reporting meets the requirements of a private equity-backed environment, including board and investor reporting where required. Provide continuity and leadership within the FP&A function while the permanent recruitment process is underway. Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency. Candidate Profile: Proven experience as an FP&A Manager or Senior FP&A professional. Strong background in financial reporting, management information, and finance transformation. Experience delivering process improvement or finance change projects. Previous experience within a private equity-backed business is highly desirable. Strong commercial acumen with excellent stakeholder management skills. Advanced Excel skills and experience with FP&A/reporting systems. Able to work independently, quickly build relationships, and add value from day one. Available to start at short notice. Desirable Experience: Private equity-backed or investor-led business experience. Exposure to BI/reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, or similar). Experience improving planning, forecasting, and reporting processes. This is a hands-on interim opportunity for someone who enjoys combining day-to-day FP&A responsibilities with delivering meaningful change and leaving a lasting impact on the finance function.
Aug 09, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to join a fast-paced, private equity-backed business. This role will provide critical support to the finance function during the recruitment of a permanent hire while also driving key finance transformation initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded FP&A professional who enjoys improving processes, enhancing reporting, and delivering change in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead and enhance the monthly FP&A reporting cycle, ensuring timely and insightful management information. Develop and improve management reporting packs, dashboards, and KPI reporting. Support finance transformation projects, including process improvement, reporting automation, and planning enhancements. Review and optimise budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial analysis and commercial insights. Ensure reporting meets the requirements of a private equity-backed environment, including board and investor reporting where required. Provide continuity and leadership within the FP&A function while the permanent recruitment process is underway. Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency. Candidate Profile: Proven experience as an FP&A Manager or Senior FP&A professional. Strong background in financial reporting, management information, and finance transformation. Experience delivering process improvement or finance change projects. Previous experience within a private equity-backed business is highly desirable. Strong commercial acumen with excellent stakeholder management skills. Advanced Excel skills and experience with FP&A/reporting systems. Able to work independently, quickly build relationships, and add value from day one. Available to start at short notice. Desirable Experience: Private equity-backed or investor-led business experience. Exposure to BI/reporting tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, or similar). Experience improving planning, forecasting, and reporting processes. This is a hands-on interim opportunity for someone who enjoys combining day-to-day FP&A responsibilities with delivering meaningful change and leaving a lasting impact on the finance function.
Marc Daniels are partnering with a market-leading company in an exciting sector in their search for an experienced Finance Systems and Data Lead . This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded and technically strong individual to take ownership of a key finance transformation programme. The successful candidate will lead the full mapping, execution and hypercare of a Finance ERP system, ensuring a smooth and controlled delivery across the business. They will also lead on critical data workstreams, including data governance, data migration and data cleansing , playing a central role in ensuring data quality and system readiness. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end mapping of finance processes for ERP implementation. Own the execution and hypercare phases of the Finance ERP system. Work closely with Finance, IT and wider business stakeholders. Lead data governance activity and promote best practice across the project. Oversee data migration, cleansing, validation and reconciliation. Identify risks, issues and opportunities for process improvement. Provide clear leadership and direction throughout the transformation journey. About You Proven experience in a Finance Systems, Finance Transformation or ERP leadership role. Strong understanding of full ERP mapping, execution and hypercare. Experience leading data governance, data migration and data cleansing. Confident stakeholder manager with excellent communication skills. Highly organised, analytical and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Finance qualification or relevant systems/data experience would be advantageous.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Marc Daniels are partnering with a market-leading company in an exciting sector in their search for an experienced Finance Systems and Data Lead . This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded and technically strong individual to take ownership of a key finance transformation programme. The successful candidate will lead the full mapping, execution and hypercare of a Finance ERP system, ensuring a smooth and controlled delivery across the business. They will also lead on critical data workstreams, including data governance, data migration and data cleansing , playing a central role in ensuring data quality and system readiness. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end mapping of finance processes for ERP implementation. Own the execution and hypercare phases of the Finance ERP system. Work closely with Finance, IT and wider business stakeholders. Lead data governance activity and promote best practice across the project. Oversee data migration, cleansing, validation and reconciliation. Identify risks, issues and opportunities for process improvement. Provide clear leadership and direction throughout the transformation journey. About You Proven experience in a Finance Systems, Finance Transformation or ERP leadership role. Strong understanding of full ERP mapping, execution and hypercare. Experience leading data governance, data migration and data cleansing. Confident stakeholder manager with excellent communication skills. Highly organised, analytical and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Finance qualification or relevant systems/data experience would be advantageous.
Project Accountant Location: London, Hybrid - Remote working 2-3 days per week. Contract: Fixed-Term/Contract Opportunity Salary: 45,000 - 48,000 per annum dependent on experience. Inside IR35 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Accountant to join a high-profile rail infrastructure and manufacturing programme focused on the delivery of 94 new underground trains as part of a major upgrade initiative. This is your chance to play a key role in a project that is helping transform public transport infrastructure. Working within a collaborative finance and commercial team, you'll support the day-to-day financial operations of a complex, large-scale programme while gaining exposure to project finance, forecasting, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. What You'll Be Doing As a Project Accountant, you'll be responsible for supporting financial performance, reporting, and control activities across the programme. Key duties will include: Month-End Activities Deliver accurate and timely month-end close processes Post journals and financial transactions within SAP Produce financial reports, including orders-on-hand and management reporting packs Analyse financial statements and month-end results Support financial reviews and variance analysis Project Financial Management Assist with forecasting and budgeting activities Track project costs, commitments, and financial performance Participate in project review meetings and provide financial insights Support managers and stakeholders with decision-making data Contribute to process improvement initiatives and new ways of working Purchase Order & Cost Control Monitor and manage purchase orders to ensure spending is accurately recorded Track project commitments and expenditure Support balance sheet reconciliations and compliance requirements Help maintain strong financial governance across the project Full training will be provided on internal systems and processes. What We're Looking For Essential Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline Approximately 2-5 years' finance/accounting experience Part-qualified accountant (or actively studying towards a professional qualification) Experience with financial accounting and month-end close processes Knowledge of SAP Financial reporting and analysis experience Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work with large data sets Strong communication skills and confidence working in a fast-paced environment Proactive, self-motivated approach with a willingness to take initiative Desirable Experience using Power BI Previous project accounting or project finance exposure Experience working within engineering, manufacturing, infrastructure, or large-scale project environments Why Apply? Work on a nationally significant infrastructure programme Gain valuable project accounting experience within a complex environment Join a supportive and collaborative finance team Exposure to senior stakeholders and commercial teams Opportunity to influence process improvements and business performance Excellent chance to develop both technical and commercial finance skills If you're a motivated finance professional looking to take the next step in your project accounting career and want to contribute to a major transport transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you. Rullion supports applications from a diverse talent pool. We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to enable you to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us on (phone number removed) RBoniface Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. INDTR-PW Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Project Accountant Location: London, Hybrid - Remote working 2-3 days per week. Contract: Fixed-Term/Contract Opportunity Salary: 45,000 - 48,000 per annum dependent on experience. Inside IR35 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Accountant to join a high-profile rail infrastructure and manufacturing programme focused on the delivery of 94 new underground trains as part of a major upgrade initiative. This is your chance to play a key role in a project that is helping transform public transport infrastructure. Working within a collaborative finance and commercial team, you'll support the day-to-day financial operations of a complex, large-scale programme while gaining exposure to project finance, forecasting, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. What You'll Be Doing As a Project Accountant, you'll be responsible for supporting financial performance, reporting, and control activities across the programme. Key duties will include: Month-End Activities Deliver accurate and timely month-end close processes Post journals and financial transactions within SAP Produce financial reports, including orders-on-hand and management reporting packs Analyse financial statements and month-end results Support financial reviews and variance analysis Project Financial Management Assist with forecasting and budgeting activities Track project costs, commitments, and financial performance Participate in project review meetings and provide financial insights Support managers and stakeholders with decision-making data Contribute to process improvement initiatives and new ways of working Purchase Order & Cost Control Monitor and manage purchase orders to ensure spending is accurately recorded Track project commitments and expenditure Support balance sheet reconciliations and compliance requirements Help maintain strong financial governance across the project Full training will be provided on internal systems and processes. What We're Looking For Essential Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline Approximately 2-5 years' finance/accounting experience Part-qualified accountant (or actively studying towards a professional qualification) Experience with financial accounting and month-end close processes Knowledge of SAP Financial reporting and analysis experience Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work with large data sets Strong communication skills and confidence working in a fast-paced environment Proactive, self-motivated approach with a willingness to take initiative Desirable Experience using Power BI Previous project accounting or project finance exposure Experience working within engineering, manufacturing, infrastructure, or large-scale project environments Why Apply? Work on a nationally significant infrastructure programme Gain valuable project accounting experience within a complex environment Join a supportive and collaborative finance team Exposure to senior stakeholders and commercial teams Opportunity to influence process improvements and business performance Excellent chance to develop both technical and commercial finance skills If you're a motivated finance professional looking to take the next step in your project accounting career and want to contribute to a major transport transformation programme, we'd love to hear from you. Rullion supports applications from a diverse talent pool. We welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to enable you to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us on (phone number removed) RBoniface Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. INDTR-PW Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Morgan McKinley (South West)
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Finance Manager - Transformation 12 Month Contract Bristol Hybrid 4 Days in the office We're looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join a leading organisation on a 12 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who thrives in a transformational environment and enjoys driving change, improving processes and leading high-performing teams. The client is willing to consider FTC or Daily Rate. This is far more than a traditional finance role. You'll play a key part in modernising the finance function, delivering continuous improvement initiatives and implementing smarter, more efficient ways of working, while partnering closely with senior operational leaders. The Role Lead and develop a team, creating a high-performing, commercially focused finance function. Drive finance transformation projects, identifying opportunities to improve processes, standardise ways of working and increase automation. Lead change initiatives across the finance function, ensuring successful implementation and stakeholder engagement. Support the transition of finance activities into a Shared Service Centre, improving efficiency and consistency. Utilise Microsoft 365 tools, including Power BI, Power Automate and SharePoint, to enhance reporting and reduce manual processes. Own budgeting, forecasting and cost control, providing commercial insight and robust financial challenge. Deliver accurate month-end reporting, KPI dashboards and management information to support business performance. Partner with operational leaders to improve financial understanding, drive accountability and support strategic decision-making. Ensure strong financial controls, governance and compliance are maintained. About You Ideally you'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience leading finance teams and delivering meaningful change. You'll also have: A proven track record of finance transformation, process improvement and implementing change. Experience driving automation, standardisation and continuous improvement within finance. Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills. Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, including Excel, Power BI, Power Automate and SharePoint. Excellent analytical, commercial and problem-solving abilities. The ability to influence at all levels and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Finance Manager - Transformation 12 Month Contract Bristol Hybrid 4 Days in the office We're looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join a leading organisation on a 12 month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who thrives in a transformational environment and enjoys driving change, improving processes and leading high-performing teams. The client is willing to consider FTC or Daily Rate. This is far more than a traditional finance role. You'll play a key part in modernising the finance function, delivering continuous improvement initiatives and implementing smarter, more efficient ways of working, while partnering closely with senior operational leaders. The Role Lead and develop a team, creating a high-performing, commercially focused finance function. Drive finance transformation projects, identifying opportunities to improve processes, standardise ways of working and increase automation. Lead change initiatives across the finance function, ensuring successful implementation and stakeholder engagement. Support the transition of finance activities into a Shared Service Centre, improving efficiency and consistency. Utilise Microsoft 365 tools, including Power BI, Power Automate and SharePoint, to enhance reporting and reduce manual processes. Own budgeting, forecasting and cost control, providing commercial insight and robust financial challenge. Deliver accurate month-end reporting, KPI dashboards and management information to support business performance. Partner with operational leaders to improve financial understanding, drive accountability and support strategic decision-making. Ensure strong financial controls, governance and compliance are maintained. About You Ideally you'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with experience leading finance teams and delivering meaningful change. You'll also have: A proven track record of finance transformation, process improvement and implementing change. Experience driving automation, standardisation and continuous improvement within finance. Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills. Advanced Microsoft 365 skills, including Excel, Power BI, Power Automate and SharePoint. Excellent analytical, commercial and problem-solving abilities. The ability to influence at all levels and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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.
Aug 08, 2026
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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.
Job Title: Head of Finance Charity & Not-for-Profit Salary: £55,000+ DOE Contract: Permanent, Full-time Location: Warwickshire, Hybrid / Flexible Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer, with a seat on the Senior Management Team The Opportunity This is a rare chance to take the next step into your first Senior Management Team seat leading the finance function of a long-established, internationally-connected membership charity, with genuine authority over financial controls, statutory compliance, and strategic decision-making at board level. You'll be the organisation's principal finance authority, responsible for safeguarding fiduciary and statutory compliance (Charity SORP FRS 102, Companies Act, Charities Act, HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT), while acting as a strategic partner to the CEO, Deputy CEO and Board. This is a genuine seat at the top table, not a finance function buried beneath operations you'll retain final authority on financial controls, compliance and professional judgement, and your insight will shape decisions at the very top of the organisation. If you're currently a Finance Manager, Deputy Head of Finance, or Senior Finance Manager in the charity sector looking for your first seat on a Senior Management Team or a Head of Finance at a smaller charity ready for a bigger, more complex remit this is that step up. What You'll Be Doing Leading financial strategy, budgeting, planning and cash-flow management across a complex, multi-entity charity Owning the financial control framework, accounting policies and statutory compliance and delivering clean, on-time audits Producing clear, board-ready reporting and translating the numbers into insight for SMT, trustees and committees Leading and developing the finance team, and championing business partnering across the organisation Owning the finance systems roadmap and leading the financial elements of the corporate risk register Partnering with the CEO and Deputy CEO on financial sustainability, risk and strategic decisions About You Essential: Qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent) Significant finance leadership experience in a charity or not-for-profit setting, including line management of a finance team Strong charity SORP (FRS 102), statutory reporting, audit and compliance background, including HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT Experience advising boards, trustees or senior governance bodies or working closely with them A proven team leader, comfortable operating within trustee-led governance structures Helpful too: Experience of a membership organisation, group / multi-entity structure or complex income model Exposure to finance systems development or transformation Prior experience operating at SMT or board-reporting level What's on Offer £55,000+ depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate Flexible, hybrid working this is a team-leadership role, so not fully remote, but we'll agree a pattern that works for you Professional development training Wellbeing & security: a strong pension scheme, critical illness cover, and confidential counselling / employee support A cause worth getting behind: you'd be joining a values-driven charity whose volunteers deliver community and humanitarian impact at home and around the world Interested? Apply today, or for a confidential conversation about the role, contact the team at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We work on a quality-led, targeted basis, so we'd genuinely welcome a chat before you apply. Arden Personnel Arden Personnel is a friendly, independent recruitment agency working across Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the wider Midlands from Redditch and Alcester to Evesham, Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond. We focus on getting the fit right for candidates and clients alike. Redditch (phone number removed) Alcester (phone number removed) (url removed) Arden Personnel is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Head of Finance Charity & Not-for-Profit Salary: £55,000+ DOE Contract: Permanent, Full-time Location: Warwickshire, Hybrid / Flexible Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer, with a seat on the Senior Management Team The Opportunity This is a rare chance to take the next step into your first Senior Management Team seat leading the finance function of a long-established, internationally-connected membership charity, with genuine authority over financial controls, statutory compliance, and strategic decision-making at board level. You'll be the organisation's principal finance authority, responsible for safeguarding fiduciary and statutory compliance (Charity SORP FRS 102, Companies Act, Charities Act, HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT), while acting as a strategic partner to the CEO, Deputy CEO and Board. This is a genuine seat at the top table, not a finance function buried beneath operations you'll retain final authority on financial controls, compliance and professional judgement, and your insight will shape decisions at the very top of the organisation. If you're currently a Finance Manager, Deputy Head of Finance, or Senior Finance Manager in the charity sector looking for your first seat on a Senior Management Team or a Head of Finance at a smaller charity ready for a bigger, more complex remit this is that step up. What You'll Be Doing Leading financial strategy, budgeting, planning and cash-flow management across a complex, multi-entity charity Owning the financial control framework, accounting policies and statutory compliance and delivering clean, on-time audits Producing clear, board-ready reporting and translating the numbers into insight for SMT, trustees and committees Leading and developing the finance team, and championing business partnering across the organisation Owning the finance systems roadmap and leading the financial elements of the corporate risk register Partnering with the CEO and Deputy CEO on financial sustainability, risk and strategic decisions About You Essential: Qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA or equivalent) Significant finance leadership experience in a charity or not-for-profit setting, including line management of a finance team Strong charity SORP (FRS 102), statutory reporting, audit and compliance background, including HMRC, Gift Aid and VAT Experience advising boards, trustees or senior governance bodies or working closely with them A proven team leader, comfortable operating within trustee-led governance structures Helpful too: Experience of a membership organisation, group / multi-entity structure or complex income model Exposure to finance systems development or transformation Prior experience operating at SMT or board-reporting level What's on Offer £55,000+ depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate Flexible, hybrid working this is a team-leadership role, so not fully remote, but we'll agree a pattern that works for you Professional development training Wellbeing & security: a strong pension scheme, critical illness cover, and confidential counselling / employee support A cause worth getting behind: you'd be joining a values-driven charity whose volunteers deliver community and humanitarian impact at home and around the world Interested? Apply today, or for a confidential conversation about the role, contact the team at (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We work on a quality-led, targeted basis, so we'd genuinely welcome a chat before you apply. Arden Personnel Arden Personnel is a friendly, independent recruitment agency working across Worcestershire, Warwickshire and the wider Midlands from Redditch and Alcester to Evesham, Stratford-upon-Avon and beyond. We focus on getting the fit right for candidates and clients alike. Redditch (phone number removed) Alcester (phone number removed) (url removed) Arden Personnel is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified people
Financial Accounting & Controls Manager (Contract) Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Security Clearance: BPSS Required Rate: 500 per day via Umbrella) Contract Length: Initial 3 Months Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Financial Accounting & Controls Manager to join a high-profile finance team supporting a large-scale, mission-critical programme. This role will play a key part in driving transformation across financial accounting, controls, governance, and reporting processes. Working within a complex and fast-paced environment, you will help strengthen confidence in financial reporting, improve control frameworks, and support the standardisation and optimisation of accounting processes across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys combining financial control, governance, process improvement, and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounting Ensure financial results are accurately recorded in the General Ledger with full integrity, compliance, and auditability. Review and approve accounting treatments for complex transactions and business activities. Prepare technical accounting papers and support key accounting judgements. Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and external regulatory requirements. Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting processes. Financial Controls & Governance Own and maintain robust financial processes and control frameworks. Ensure controls are appropriately documented, tested, and operating effectively. Support the continuous improvement of governance and compliance standards. Drive consistency, standardisation, and best practice across accounting processes. Technical Accounting Provide technical accounting support across several key areas, including: Complex contract accounting and associated judgements Revenue recognition and deferred cost accounting Accounting policy interpretation and compliance P&L classification reviews Performance obligation assessments Lease accounting (IFRS 16) Provision accounting and annual reassessments (IAS 37) Preparation of accounting papers to support management and audit reviews Process Improvement & Transformation Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen financial controls. Support initiatives aimed at accelerating the month-end close process. Drive process standardisation and automation across finance activities. Work closely with stakeholders to embed improvements and enhance reporting quality. Candidate Profile Essential Experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of IFRS. Proven experience preparing accounting papers and supporting complex accounting decisions. Experience operating within robust financial control and governance environments. Strong month-end, reporting, and financial controls background. Ability to analyse issues, provide solutions, and drive process improvements. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within large, complex organisations. Exposure to finance transformation or change programmes. Knowledge of IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IAS 37. Experience working on large projects or programme environments. Background in regulated industries would be advantageous. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Financial Accounting & Controls Manager (Contract) Location: Bristol (Hybrid) Security Clearance: BPSS Required Rate: 500 per day via Umbrella) Contract Length: Initial 3 Months Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Financial Accounting & Controls Manager to join a high-profile finance team supporting a large-scale, mission-critical programme. This role will play a key part in driving transformation across financial accounting, controls, governance, and reporting processes. Working within a complex and fast-paced environment, you will help strengthen confidence in financial reporting, improve control frameworks, and support the standardisation and optimisation of accounting processes across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who enjoys combining financial control, governance, process improvement, and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounting Ensure financial results are accurately recorded in the General Ledger with full integrity, compliance, and auditability. Review and approve accounting treatments for complex transactions and business activities. Prepare technical accounting papers and support key accounting judgements. Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and external regulatory requirements. Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting processes. Financial Controls & Governance Own and maintain robust financial processes and control frameworks. Ensure controls are appropriately documented, tested, and operating effectively. Support the continuous improvement of governance and compliance standards. Drive consistency, standardisation, and best practice across accounting processes. Technical Accounting Provide technical accounting support across several key areas, including: Complex contract accounting and associated judgements Revenue recognition and deferred cost accounting Accounting policy interpretation and compliance P&L classification reviews Performance obligation assessments Lease accounting (IFRS 16) Provision accounting and annual reassessments (IAS 37) Preparation of accounting papers to support management and audit reviews Process Improvement & Transformation Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and strengthen financial controls. Support initiatives aimed at accelerating the month-end close process. Drive process standardisation and automation across finance activities. Work closely with stakeholders to embed improvements and enhance reporting quality. Candidate Profile Essential Experience Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of IFRS. Proven experience preparing accounting papers and supporting complex accounting decisions. Experience operating within robust financial control and governance environments. Strong month-end, reporting, and financial controls background. Ability to analyse issues, provide solutions, and drive process improvements. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within large, complex organisations. Exposure to finance transformation or change programmes. Knowledge of IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IAS 37. Experience working on large projects or programme environments. Background in regulated industries would be advantageous. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Business Systems & Project Manager Food & Beverage Derbyshire Circa 40,000 10486 The Company We are partnering with a growing multi-site business food & beverage group to recruit a Business Systems & Project Manager This is a highly visible role sitting at the centre of product launches, menu, pricing, system management, data analysis and business change. The Role In this role, you'll take ownership of projects, business systems and data, ensuring information is accurate, consistent and well-governed across multiple platforms. You'll lead projects and implementations from planning through to go-live, coordinating teams across Operations, Marketing, Finance, suppliers and third-party providers to ensure successful delivery. You'll drive data decisions from EPOS systems ensuring product, cost and margin data is accurate. You'll also play a key role in driving continuous improvement, identifying process efficiencies, managing risk and supporting future technology developments across the business. The Person Our client is keen to attract candidates who have delivered complex projects, managed data across multiple systems and coordinated multiple stakeholders. Experience within hospitality, retail, leisure or another multi-site business would be beneficial but is by no means essential. Exposure to EPOS, operational systems, product data, compliance information or business transformation projects would also be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a data driven project professional who enjoys bringing structure, accuracy and control to complex business change and implementation activity, while making a genuine impact on business performance. To find out more Please submit your CV quoting reference number 10486.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Business Systems & Project Manager Food & Beverage Derbyshire Circa 40,000 10486 The Company We are partnering with a growing multi-site business food & beverage group to recruit a Business Systems & Project Manager This is a highly visible role sitting at the centre of product launches, menu, pricing, system management, data analysis and business change. The Role In this role, you'll take ownership of projects, business systems and data, ensuring information is accurate, consistent and well-governed across multiple platforms. You'll lead projects and implementations from planning through to go-live, coordinating teams across Operations, Marketing, Finance, suppliers and third-party providers to ensure successful delivery. You'll drive data decisions from EPOS systems ensuring product, cost and margin data is accurate. You'll also play a key role in driving continuous improvement, identifying process efficiencies, managing risk and supporting future technology developments across the business. The Person Our client is keen to attract candidates who have delivered complex projects, managed data across multiple systems and coordinated multiple stakeholders. Experience within hospitality, retail, leisure or another multi-site business would be beneficial but is by no means essential. Exposure to EPOS, operational systems, product data, compliance information or business transformation projects would also be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity for a data driven project professional who enjoys bringing structure, accuracy and control to complex business change and implementation activity, while making a genuine impact on business performance. To find out more Please submit your CV quoting reference number 10486.
Delighted to be once more working with this market leading manufacturing business in their search for a commercially focused Finance Lead/Manager, available due to a team restructure. As Finance No 1 on site, this is a highly visible role, focused on driving performance, influencing decision-making and providing clear financial insight to support growth, efficiency and profitability. You will move well beyond the numbers, acting as a true advisor to the business. Core responsibilities will be to: Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Monitor business performance through the analysis of financial results, KPIs, and management information. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and reporting systems. Act as a strategic business partner to all members of the Senior Management Team, understanding operational priorities and providing financial guidance to support business performance and profitability. Deliver timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting to support informed decision-making across the organisation. Provide financial analysis and recommendations on investments, capital expenditure, business cases, and improvement initiatives. Ensure strong financial governance and compliance with statutory, regulatory, and company requirements. Oversee cash flow management to support business stability and growth Support business transformation, change initiatives, and continuous improvement projects through financial analysis and planning. Develop costing models and profitability analysis across products, customers, and operational activities The ideal candidate will have: Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Extensive demonstrable experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing environment. Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights. Experience in developing and maintaining robust financial controls and governance frameworks. In return you will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package, to 75k + 20% bonus (PRP), hybrid working ( 2 days WFH). This is a fantastic opportunity to work under a brand new leadership team, offering mentorship and development towards a Head of role in the future. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Delighted to be once more working with this market leading manufacturing business in their search for a commercially focused Finance Lead/Manager, available due to a team restructure. As Finance No 1 on site, this is a highly visible role, focused on driving performance, influencing decision-making and providing clear financial insight to support growth, efficiency and profitability. You will move well beyond the numbers, acting as a true advisor to the business. Core responsibilities will be to: Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Monitor business performance through the analysis of financial results, KPIs, and management information. Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, controls, and reporting systems. Act as a strategic business partner to all members of the Senior Management Team, understanding operational priorities and providing financial guidance to support business performance and profitability. Deliver timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reporting to support informed decision-making across the organisation. Provide financial analysis and recommendations on investments, capital expenditure, business cases, and improvement initiatives. Ensure strong financial governance and compliance with statutory, regulatory, and company requirements. Oversee cash flow management to support business stability and growth Support business transformation, change initiatives, and continuous improvement projects through financial analysis and planning. Develop costing models and profitability analysis across products, customers, and operational activities The ideal candidate will have: Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Extensive demonstrable experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing environment. Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights. Experience in developing and maintaining robust financial controls and governance frameworks. In return you will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package, to 75k + 20% bonus (PRP), hybrid working ( 2 days WFH). This is a fantastic opportunity to work under a brand new leadership team, offering mentorship and development towards a Head of role in the future. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
The Altro Group are looking for an experienced and commercially minded FP&A Manager to support both our Floors & Walls and Autoglym businesses. This is a key role within the finance team, responsible for leading the planning, forecasting and reporting processes across the Group. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality financial insight is delivered to support decision making, while also helping shape the future of reporting through the development of Power BI dashboards and the implementation of our Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system, Vena. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strong financial analysis with process improvement, stakeholder engagement, people management and finance transformation projects. The role is full time (37.5 hours per week) and based at our Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire HQ. It comes with the benefit of hybrid working (3 days a week in the office) and company funded private medical cover via our provider BUPA. As well as an exciting opportunity and a competitive salary, what do we have offer? Holiday entitlement starts at 25 days (pro rata); if you need a little extra you can buy some more. Company funded private medical via our provider BUPA. A defined contribution pension scheme available for all staff Hopefully never needed, but from day one you will be covered by our life assurance scheme Occupational Sick Pay and an onsite Occupational Health Service Confidential 24-hour life management and personal support service for you and your family Free eye tests are available for all employees A paid day off each year to take part in our volunteering scheme Don t worry about getting parked we have free car parking at all our sites We offer long service awards to all our employees Learning and Development - training and development support, no matter where you are in your career A variety of social events across the group, including the company Christmas party. It might be a long way off but we know it s not always easy to stop working so we provide advice and support to ease the transition to retirement. About you We are seeking a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong FP&A experience gained through budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and long range planning. The successful candidate will have proven experience consolidating financial plans across multiple business units and be confident analysing complex financial information to provide clear, actionable insight. You will have excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to challenge assumptions constructively, influence decision making and build strong relationships across finance and the wider business. A solid understanding of integrated financial reporting, including the links between the P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow, is essential. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, capable of managing multiple deadlines and priorities, and possess a continuous improvement mindset focused on automation, standardisation and enhancing data quality. Experience developing management reporting frameworks, Power BI dashboards and supporting finance systems or EPM projects, particularly Vena, would be advantageous. So who are Altro? A leading European manufacturer and supplier of premium flooring and wall cladding systems for Healthcare, construction and transport. We have been going strong since 1919. Family owned and run, we share family values; we care about you, each other and what we do. Everyone is welcome at Altro for who they are, no matter what their background is or how they identify. We appreciate that everyone is different and with that diverse uniqueness we can all thrive. We don t want you to just work here. We want you to belong here. If you have the relevant experience and you re ready for a new challenge, click apply today! We can't wait to hear from you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
The Altro Group are looking for an experienced and commercially minded FP&A Manager to support both our Floors & Walls and Autoglym businesses. This is a key role within the finance team, responsible for leading the planning, forecasting and reporting processes across the Group. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring high-quality financial insight is delivered to support decision making, while also helping shape the future of reporting through the development of Power BI dashboards and the implementation of our Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system, Vena. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strong financial analysis with process improvement, stakeholder engagement, people management and finance transformation projects. The role is full time (37.5 hours per week) and based at our Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire HQ. It comes with the benefit of hybrid working (3 days a week in the office) and company funded private medical cover via our provider BUPA. As well as an exciting opportunity and a competitive salary, what do we have offer? Holiday entitlement starts at 25 days (pro rata); if you need a little extra you can buy some more. Company funded private medical via our provider BUPA. A defined contribution pension scheme available for all staff Hopefully never needed, but from day one you will be covered by our life assurance scheme Occupational Sick Pay and an onsite Occupational Health Service Confidential 24-hour life management and personal support service for you and your family Free eye tests are available for all employees A paid day off each year to take part in our volunteering scheme Don t worry about getting parked we have free car parking at all our sites We offer long service awards to all our employees Learning and Development - training and development support, no matter where you are in your career A variety of social events across the group, including the company Christmas party. It might be a long way off but we know it s not always easy to stop working so we provide advice and support to ease the transition to retirement. About you We are seeking a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong FP&A experience gained through budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and long range planning. The successful candidate will have proven experience consolidating financial plans across multiple business units and be confident analysing complex financial information to provide clear, actionable insight. You will have excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to challenge assumptions constructively, influence decision making and build strong relationships across finance and the wider business. A solid understanding of integrated financial reporting, including the links between the P&L, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow, is essential. The ideal candidate will be highly organised, capable of managing multiple deadlines and priorities, and possess a continuous improvement mindset focused on automation, standardisation and enhancing data quality. Experience developing management reporting frameworks, Power BI dashboards and supporting finance systems or EPM projects, particularly Vena, would be advantageous. So who are Altro? A leading European manufacturer and supplier of premium flooring and wall cladding systems for Healthcare, construction and transport. We have been going strong since 1919. Family owned and run, we share family values; we care about you, each other and what we do. Everyone is welcome at Altro for who they are, no matter what their background is or how they identify. We appreciate that everyone is different and with that diverse uniqueness we can all thrive. We don t want you to just work here. We want you to belong here. If you have the relevant experience and you re ready for a new challenge, click apply today! We can't wait to hear from you.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
City, Leeds
PMO Assurance Manager + 3 month initial contract + 600 to 640 per day - Inside IR35 + Remote working - ocasional site visits in Leeds PMO Assurance Manager We're looking for an experienced PMO Assurance Manager to provide governance, assurance and oversight across a portfolio of technology projects. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered consistently, risks are managed proactively, and governance standards are embedded across the delivery lifecycle. Key responsibilities Provide portfolio-level assurance, oversight and reporting across technology delivery. Champion the technology delivery and governance framework, ensuring consistent ways of working. Monitor project health, identify risks, dependencies and delivery trends, and provide actionable insights. Lead governance forums, project health checks and assurance reviews. Produce high-quality portfolio reporting for senior leadership, highlighting performance, risks and opportunities. Partner with Delivery, Finance and Strategy teams to improve portfolio performance and benefits realisation. Lead, coach and develop the PMO team while driving a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. About you Significant experience in PMO leadership within large-scale technology or transformation programmes. Strong background in project governance, portfolio assurance and executive reporting. Skilled at influencing senior stakeholders and driving delivery excellence. Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence) and Microsoft Project. Excellent analytical, communication and leadership skills with a passion for continuous improvement.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
PMO Assurance Manager + 3 month initial contract + 600 to 640 per day - Inside IR35 + Remote working - ocasional site visits in Leeds PMO Assurance Manager We're looking for an experienced PMO Assurance Manager to provide governance, assurance and oversight across a portfolio of technology projects. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered consistently, risks are managed proactively, and governance standards are embedded across the delivery lifecycle. Key responsibilities Provide portfolio-level assurance, oversight and reporting across technology delivery. Champion the technology delivery and governance framework, ensuring consistent ways of working. Monitor project health, identify risks, dependencies and delivery trends, and provide actionable insights. Lead governance forums, project health checks and assurance reviews. Produce high-quality portfolio reporting for senior leadership, highlighting performance, risks and opportunities. Partner with Delivery, Finance and Strategy teams to improve portfolio performance and benefits realisation. Lead, coach and develop the PMO team while driving a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. About you Significant experience in PMO leadership within large-scale technology or transformation programmes. Strong background in project governance, portfolio assurance and executive reporting. Skilled at influencing senior stakeholders and driving delivery excellence. Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence) and Microsoft Project. Excellent analytical, communication and leadership skills with a passion for continuous improvement.
About the Opportunity We're partnering with a well-established, multi-site UK organisation that is investing heavily in its Business Systems function. As part of its continued growth and digital transformation, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Business Systems Application Development & Support Manager to lead the support, development and continuous improvement of its ERP platform and associated business applications. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Systems professional who combines strong technical knowledge with people leadership and stakeholder management. You'll play a key role in ensuring business-critical systems remain reliable, secure and fit for purpose while driving continuous improvement across the organisation. The Role Reporting into the Head of Business Systems, you'll lead an established Application Development & Support team, working closely with operational departments, senior stakeholders and third-party suppliers to deliver enhancements, optimise business processes and support ongoing digital transformation initiatives. You'll oversee ERP support and development activities, manage application integrations, contribute to business change projects and help shape the future direction of the organisation's business systems landscape. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop the Application Development & Support team. Manage workloads, priorities and resource planning across the team. Oversee the support, configuration and continuous improvement of the ERP platform and associated business applications. Manage application enhancements from requirements gathering through to testing, deployment and post-implementation support. Work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions. Support ERP upgrades, deployments, integrations and data migration activities. Configure ERP modules, workflows, dashboards and business rules. Maintain system integrity, security, permissions and master data. Produce functional specifications and technical documentation. Monitor system performance and produce management reporting. Identify opportunities to improve business processes, automation and operational efficiency. Manage relationships with software vendors, implementation partners and third-party suppliers. Ensure compliance with GDPR, governance and security standards. Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to support future business improvements. About You You'll have previous experience leading Business Systems or ERP application support teams within a complex business environment and be comfortable balancing operational support with project delivery and continuous improvement. You'll ideally have experience with: Supporting and developing ERP or enterprise business systems. Leading and developing technical application support or development teams. SQL and relational databases. APIs, integrations and data exchange technologies. Power BI, SQL Reporting or other reporting solutions. Business process analysis and systems improvement. Managing third-party software vendors and implementation partners. Working across finance, purchasing, stock, logistics and operational business functions. Agile or modern project delivery methodologies. Experience within wholesale, distribution, manufacturing or other multi-site environments would be highly advantageous. What's in it for You? Join a business committed to investing in technology and digital transformation. Lead a skilled and collaborative Business Systems team. Play a key role in shaping the future of enterprise applications. Work on ERP enhancements, integrations and strategic business projects. Hybrid working with flexibility around project requirements. Excellent opportunity to make a real impact across a growing organisation. If you're an experienced Business Systems or ERP Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
About the Opportunity We're partnering with a well-established, multi-site UK organisation that is investing heavily in its Business Systems function. As part of its continued growth and digital transformation, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Business Systems Application Development & Support Manager to lead the support, development and continuous improvement of its ERP platform and associated business applications. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Systems professional who combines strong technical knowledge with people leadership and stakeholder management. You'll play a key role in ensuring business-critical systems remain reliable, secure and fit for purpose while driving continuous improvement across the organisation. The Role Reporting into the Head of Business Systems, you'll lead an established Application Development & Support team, working closely with operational departments, senior stakeholders and third-party suppliers to deliver enhancements, optimise business processes and support ongoing digital transformation initiatives. You'll oversee ERP support and development activities, manage application integrations, contribute to business change projects and help shape the future direction of the organisation's business systems landscape. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop the Application Development & Support team. Manage workloads, priorities and resource planning across the team. Oversee the support, configuration and continuous improvement of the ERP platform and associated business applications. Manage application enhancements from requirements gathering through to testing, deployment and post-implementation support. Work closely with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective technical solutions. Support ERP upgrades, deployments, integrations and data migration activities. Configure ERP modules, workflows, dashboards and business rules. Maintain system integrity, security, permissions and master data. Produce functional specifications and technical documentation. Monitor system performance and produce management reporting. Identify opportunities to improve business processes, automation and operational efficiency. Manage relationships with software vendors, implementation partners and third-party suppliers. Ensure compliance with GDPR, governance and security standards. Evaluate emerging technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to support future business improvements. About You You'll have previous experience leading Business Systems or ERP application support teams within a complex business environment and be comfortable balancing operational support with project delivery and continuous improvement. You'll ideally have experience with: Supporting and developing ERP or enterprise business systems. Leading and developing technical application support or development teams. SQL and relational databases. APIs, integrations and data exchange technologies. Power BI, SQL Reporting or other reporting solutions. Business process analysis and systems improvement. Managing third-party software vendors and implementation partners. Working across finance, purchasing, stock, logistics and operational business functions. Agile or modern project delivery methodologies. Experience within wholesale, distribution, manufacturing or other multi-site environments would be highly advantageous. What's in it for You? Join a business committed to investing in technology and digital transformation. Lead a skilled and collaborative Business Systems team. Play a key role in shaping the future of enterprise applications. Work on ERP enhancements, integrations and strategic business projects. Hybrid working with flexibility around project requirements. Excellent opportunity to make a real impact across a growing organisation. If you're an experienced Business Systems or ERP Manager looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Management Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Caerphilly (Hybrid Working) £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Are you a commercially minded Management Accountant who enjoys getting out into the business, influencing stakeholders and driving positive change? We're working on behalf of an established and growing organisation within the manufacturing sector that is looking to appoint a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide sickness cover while supporting an exciting period of growth and transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a turnover of approximately £6 million, where you'll act as the senior finance person on site, partnering closely with the Managing Director and operational teams to help drive financial performance and support future growth. The Opportunity This is far more than a traditional month-end accounting role. You'll become a trusted business partner, helping operational managers understand their numbers, improve profitability and make informed commercial decisions. With the support of a larger central finance team, who will manage the transactional accounting processes, you'll have the opportunity to focus on adding real value to the business. You'll also play a key role in improving systems and processes, with plans already in place to implement a new finance system and automate many of the current manual processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end process and produce accurate monthly management accounts. Prepare management accounts packs, including prepayments and accruals. Produce budgets, forecasts and cash flow information. Deliver meaningful financial analysis and job costing. Business partner with operational managers, helping them understand costs, margins and financial performance. Challenge and support stakeholders across the business to improve commercial decision-making. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting. Support the implementation of a new finance system and help automate manual processes. Manage and support one direct report responsible for stock administration. About You We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships just as much as producing numbers. You'll be an approachable, hands-on finance professional who isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves and get involved across the business. Applications are welcomed from: Qualified accountants (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Part-qualified accountants Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals Most importantly, you'll have the desire to make a genuine impact and enjoy working in a collaborative, people-focused environment. You'll ideally have: Previous experience producing management accounts. Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Strong Excel skills. Experience of ERP systems (OpenAccounts or similar would be advantageous). Manufacturing experience would be beneficial but is by no means essential. A passion for improving systems, processes and ways of working. What's on Offer? Salary of £45,000 - £50,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working - approximately 1-2 days per week in the Caerphilly office, with the remainder working from home. Flexible working policy (35 hour working week) Up to 10% employer pension contribution. 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. Excellent learning, development and training opportunities. The opportunity to play a key role within a growing business during an exciting period of change. Supportive, collaborative culture where people genuinely come first. Our client is keen to appoint someone as soon as possible; however, they are happy to wait up to one month's notice for the right individual. If you're looking for a varied, commercially focused role where you can genuinely influence a business, improve processes and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Management Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Caerphilly (Hybrid Working) £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Are you a commercially minded Management Accountant who enjoys getting out into the business, influencing stakeholders and driving positive change? We're working on behalf of an established and growing organisation within the manufacturing sector that is looking to appoint a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide sickness cover while supporting an exciting period of growth and transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a turnover of approximately £6 million, where you'll act as the senior finance person on site, partnering closely with the Managing Director and operational teams to help drive financial performance and support future growth. The Opportunity This is far more than a traditional month-end accounting role. You'll become a trusted business partner, helping operational managers understand their numbers, improve profitability and make informed commercial decisions. With the support of a larger central finance team, who will manage the transactional accounting processes, you'll have the opportunity to focus on adding real value to the business. You'll also play a key role in improving systems and processes, with plans already in place to implement a new finance system and automate many of the current manual processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end process and produce accurate monthly management accounts. Prepare management accounts packs, including prepayments and accruals. Produce budgets, forecasts and cash flow information. Deliver meaningful financial analysis and job costing. Business partner with operational managers, helping them understand costs, margins and financial performance. Challenge and support stakeholders across the business to improve commercial decision-making. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting. Support the implementation of a new finance system and help automate manual processes. Manage and support one direct report responsible for stock administration. About You We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships just as much as producing numbers. You'll be an approachable, hands-on finance professional who isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves and get involved across the business. Applications are welcomed from: Qualified accountants (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Part-qualified accountants Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals Most importantly, you'll have the desire to make a genuine impact and enjoy working in a collaborative, people-focused environment. You'll ideally have: Previous experience producing management accounts. Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Strong Excel skills. Experience of ERP systems (OpenAccounts or similar would be advantageous). Manufacturing experience would be beneficial but is by no means essential. A passion for improving systems, processes and ways of working. What's on Offer? Salary of £45,000 - £50,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working - approximately 1-2 days per week in the Caerphilly office, with the remainder working from home. Flexible working policy (35 hour working week) Up to 10% employer pension contribution. 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. Excellent learning, development and training opportunities. The opportunity to play a key role within a growing business during an exciting period of change. Supportive, collaborative culture where people genuinely come first. Our client is keen to appoint someone as soon as possible; however, they are happy to wait up to one month's notice for the right individual. If you're looking for a varied, commercially focused role where you can genuinely influence a business, improve processes and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Audit Manager (Interim) Location: Barking, East London (2 days per week onsite) Contract: Interim Assignment (Up to 9 months) Rate: 450 - 550 per day (negotiable for right experience) Working Pattern: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible) Start Date: August 2026 Lead Internal Audit for a Forward-Thinking London Borough We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a high-performing Internal Audit function within a large London local authority. This is a critical interim leadership role, responsible for delivering the Council's Internal Audit Plan, strengthening governance and risk management arrangements, and providing assurance across a diverse range of services. Reporting to the Head of Assurance , you will play a key role in supporting effective corporate governance, internal control and risk management across the organisation. The Role You will: Lead and manage the Council's Internal Audit Service. Manage a team of 2 Principal Auditors and 2 Auditors, providing strong leadership, coaching and development. Oversee external audit partners delivering approximately 10 outsourced audits. Deliver the 2026/27 Internal Audit Plan efficiently and on schedule. Undertake and oversee complex, strategic and high-profile audit reviews. Advise senior managers and elected members on governance, risk and internal control matters. Quality review audit reports and present findings to senior stakeholders and committees. Support the review and implementation of the Global Internal Audit Standards. Deputise for the Head of Assurance where required and act as Head of Audit when necessary. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Significant Internal Audit experience within the Public Sector, ideally Local Government. A recognised professional qualification such as IIA, CCAB or equivalent. Experience managing and developing audit teams. Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. The ability to work at pace, manage competing priorities and deliver against demanding deadlines. Experience operating in complex organisational and political environments. A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and trust. Key Deliverables A major objective of this assignment is to ensure successful delivery of the 2026/27 Audit Programme, with all draft reports issued by 16 April 2027 and all final reports completed by 30 April 2027 . Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager, Principal Auditor, Head of Audit or Internal Audit professional to take on a high-profile leadership role within a large and ambitious local authority. You will have the opportunity to influence governance improvements, support organisational transformation and lead a well-established audit team through a critical period Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Audit Manager (Interim) Location: Barking, East London (2 days per week onsite) Contract: Interim Assignment (Up to 9 months) Rate: 450 - 550 per day (negotiable for right experience) Working Pattern: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible) Start Date: August 2026 Lead Internal Audit for a Forward-Thinking London Borough We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a high-performing Internal Audit function within a large London local authority. This is a critical interim leadership role, responsible for delivering the Council's Internal Audit Plan, strengthening governance and risk management arrangements, and providing assurance across a diverse range of services. Reporting to the Head of Assurance , you will play a key role in supporting effective corporate governance, internal control and risk management across the organisation. The Role You will: Lead and manage the Council's Internal Audit Service. Manage a team of 2 Principal Auditors and 2 Auditors, providing strong leadership, coaching and development. Oversee external audit partners delivering approximately 10 outsourced audits. Deliver the 2026/27 Internal Audit Plan efficiently and on schedule. Undertake and oversee complex, strategic and high-profile audit reviews. Advise senior managers and elected members on governance, risk and internal control matters. Quality review audit reports and present findings to senior stakeholders and committees. Support the review and implementation of the Global Internal Audit Standards. Deputise for the Head of Assurance where required and act as Head of Audit when necessary. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Significant Internal Audit experience within the Public Sector, ideally Local Government. A recognised professional qualification such as IIA, CCAB or equivalent. Experience managing and developing audit teams. Strong knowledge of governance, risk management and internal control frameworks. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. The ability to work at pace, manage competing priorities and deliver against demanding deadlines. Experience operating in complex organisational and political environments. A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to quickly build credibility and trust. Key Deliverables A major objective of this assignment is to ensure successful delivery of the 2026/27 Audit Programme, with all draft reports issued by 16 April 2027 and all final reports completed by 30 April 2027 . Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Audit Manager, Principal Auditor, Head of Audit or Internal Audit professional to take on a high-profile leadership role within a large and ambitious local authority. You will have the opportunity to influence governance improvements, support organisational transformation and lead a well-established audit team through a critical period Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)
Programme Management Office (PMO) Lead - Housing Improvement I am recruiting for an experienced Programme Management Office Lead to support a major housing improvement and transformation programme within a public sector organisation. This is a senior role responsible for leading the PMO function across multiple interdependent workstreams, strengthening governance, overseeing programme risk and performance, and providing senior leaders with clear assurance around delivery. The successful candidate will bring strong PMO leadership experience, ideally gained within housing, local government, another regulated public sector organisation or a similarly complex environment. The Role As PMO Lead, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective programme governance, reporting and control arrangements across the Housing Improvement Programme and associated operational projects. You will work closely with project managers, delivery leads, senior stakeholders and corporate services to ensure workstreams remain aligned, risks are properly managed and programme information is accurate, consistent and suitable for senior-level decision-making. You will also formally manage a Project Support Officer and help strengthen programme management capability across the wider housing service. Key Responsibilities Leading the Programme Management Office function across a complex housing improvement programme Designing and maintaining programme governance, reporting and assurance frameworks Maintaining the master programme plan across multiple workstreams Managing programme-level risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies Owning and maintaining the Programme Risk Register Overseeing RAID logs, delivery milestones, budgets and resource allocations Producing dashboards, highlight reports, board papers and senior-level briefings Coordinating reporting to programme boards, senior leadership and assurance forums Providing professional challenge to project managers and delivery leads Reviewing project plans, risk assessments, timelines and delivery assumptions Identifying interdependencies and emerging delivery risks Supporting regulatory engagement, inspections and assurance reviews Coordinating activity across housing, HR, IT, legal, finance and communications teams Line managing and developing the Project Support Officer Improving PMO systems, tools, standards and ways of working About You To be considered for this position, you should be able to demonstrate: Significant experience leading or operating within a PMO function Experience working within a complex programme or project management environment Strong knowledge of programme governance and project management methodologies Experience designing and maintaining governance and reporting frameworks Experience managing programme-level risk registers and assurance processes The ability to analyse programme performance, delivery data and risk information Experience producing reports and presenting information to senior leaders or governance boards The confidence to influence and constructively challenge senior stakeholders Experience coordinating multiple interdependent workstreams Previous line management or supervisory experience Strong written communication, reporting and organisational skills Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and programme management systems A PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification or equivalent recognised programme or project management qualification is essential. Experience within social housing, housing regulation, public sector transformation, audit or external assurance would be particularly advantageous. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile PMO function and play a central role in the delivery of a significant housing improvement programme. You will have the autonomy to shape governance arrangements, strengthen programme controls and provide the structure and insight needed to support sustainable service improvement. To apply, please send me your updated CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.
Aug 08, 2026
Contractor
Programme Management Office (PMO) Lead - Housing Improvement I am recruiting for an experienced Programme Management Office Lead to support a major housing improvement and transformation programme within a public sector organisation. This is a senior role responsible for leading the PMO function across multiple interdependent workstreams, strengthening governance, overseeing programme risk and performance, and providing senior leaders with clear assurance around delivery. The successful candidate will bring strong PMO leadership experience, ideally gained within housing, local government, another regulated public sector organisation or a similarly complex environment. The Role As PMO Lead, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective programme governance, reporting and control arrangements across the Housing Improvement Programme and associated operational projects. You will work closely with project managers, delivery leads, senior stakeholders and corporate services to ensure workstreams remain aligned, risks are properly managed and programme information is accurate, consistent and suitable for senior-level decision-making. You will also formally manage a Project Support Officer and help strengthen programme management capability across the wider housing service. Key Responsibilities Leading the Programme Management Office function across a complex housing improvement programme Designing and maintaining programme governance, reporting and assurance frameworks Maintaining the master programme plan across multiple workstreams Managing programme-level risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies Owning and maintaining the Programme Risk Register Overseeing RAID logs, delivery milestones, budgets and resource allocations Producing dashboards, highlight reports, board papers and senior-level briefings Coordinating reporting to programme boards, senior leadership and assurance forums Providing professional challenge to project managers and delivery leads Reviewing project plans, risk assessments, timelines and delivery assumptions Identifying interdependencies and emerging delivery risks Supporting regulatory engagement, inspections and assurance reviews Coordinating activity across housing, HR, IT, legal, finance and communications teams Line managing and developing the Project Support Officer Improving PMO systems, tools, standards and ways of working About You To be considered for this position, you should be able to demonstrate: Significant experience leading or operating within a PMO function Experience working within a complex programme or project management environment Strong knowledge of programme governance and project management methodologies Experience designing and maintaining governance and reporting frameworks Experience managing programme-level risk registers and assurance processes The ability to analyse programme performance, delivery data and risk information Experience producing reports and presenting information to senior leaders or governance boards The confidence to influence and constructively challenge senior stakeholders Experience coordinating multiple interdependent workstreams Previous line management or supervisory experience Strong written communication, reporting and organisational skills Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and programme management systems A PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification or equivalent recognised programme or project management qualification is essential. Experience within social housing, housing regulation, public sector transformation, audit or external assurance would be particularly advantageous. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile PMO function and play a central role in the delivery of a significant housing improvement programme. You will have the autonomy to shape governance arrangements, strengthen programme controls and provide the structure and insight needed to support sustainable service improvement. To apply, please send me your updated CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established multi-hundred-million-pound international group to recruit a Finance Manager . Operating across the UK and Europe, the business is continuing to invest in its people, systems and infrastructure, creating an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join during a period of growth. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant . Joining during a period of significant growth, you'll work closely with the Group Finance Director and play a key role in shaping the finance function. Key Responsibilities Lead the month-end close across multiple UK and European entities. Prepare and review management accounts, balance sheets and cash flow reporting. Own balance sheet reconciliations and strengthen financial controls. Support statutory accounts, audit and VAT compliance. Drive process improvements and finance transformation projects. Support finance systems development and continuous improvement. Partner with the wider business to improve reporting and working capital. Help develop a scalable finance function to support continued growth. About You ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience. Experience within a multi-entity environment is desirable. Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with ERP systems. Proactive, organised and keen to drive improvements. Why Apply? Join a business with ambitious UK and international growth plans. Work directly with an experienced Group Finance Director. Gain exposure to strategic projects and finance transformation. Play a key role in shaping a growing finance function. Clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to expand. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established multi-hundred-million-pound international group to recruit a Finance Manager . Operating across the UK and Europe, the business is continuing to invest in its people, systems and infrastructure, creating an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to join during a period of growth. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant . Joining during a period of significant growth, you'll work closely with the Group Finance Director and play a key role in shaping the finance function. Key Responsibilities Lead the month-end close across multiple UK and European entities. Prepare and review management accounts, balance sheets and cash flow reporting. Own balance sheet reconciliations and strengthen financial controls. Support statutory accounts, audit and VAT compliance. Drive process improvements and finance transformation projects. Support finance systems development and continuous improvement. Partner with the wider business to improve reporting and working capital. Help develop a scalable finance function to support continued growth. About You ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience. Experience within a multi-entity environment is desirable. Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills. Strong Excel skills and confidence working with ERP systems. Proactive, organised and keen to drive improvements. Why Apply? Join a business with ambitious UK and international growth plans. Work directly with an experienced Group Finance Director. Gain exposure to strategic projects and finance transformation. Play a key role in shaping a growing finance function. Clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to expand. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Hays Accountancy & Finance are supporting a growing organisation through a period of transformation and change. Due to increased workload and a focus on improving cash flow and financial controls, they are seeking an experienced Income Receivables Manager to join their finance team on a 3-5 month temporary basis.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Receivable or Credit Control professional to provide support to the receivables function, drive cash collections and support key finance initiatives within a complex organisation. Your new role Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the income and receivables function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt, accurate revenue reporting and continuous improvement across processes and controls. Key responsibilities will include: Managing the end-to-end Accounts Receivable, billing and credit control function Driving cash collections and reducing aged debt balances Managing sales ledger reconciliations and ensuring accurate revenue reporting Preparing cash collection forecasts and debtor analysis Monitoring and reporting on key credit control KPIs, including Debtor Days and DSO Managing disputed invoices and resolving complex customer queries Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to improve collection performance Producing management information and reporting packs for senior finance stakeholders Supporting month-end and year-end reporting requirements Identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities Developing and maintaining receivables procedures, controls and process documentation Managing credit risk and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures Supporting wider finance projects and transformation initiatives as required What you'll need to succeed Significant experience within Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or Income Management Previous experience managing or leading a receivables function Strong track record of reducing aged debt and improving cash collection performance Experience working within a Shared Service Centre or large finance function would be advantageous Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present financial data Advanced Excel and finance systems experience ACCA, CIMA, CICM qualification or active studies desirable Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and changing environment What you'll get in return 3-5 month temporary assignment Competitive hourly rate Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high-profile finance role Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-critical finance projects Weekly pay through Hays 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)
Aug 08, 2026
Seasonal
Hays Accountancy & Finance are supporting a growing organisation through a period of transformation and change. Due to increased workload and a focus on improving cash flow and financial controls, they are seeking an experienced Income Receivables Manager to join their finance team on a 3-5 month temporary basis.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Receivable or Credit Control professional to provide support to the receivables function, drive cash collections and support key finance initiatives within a complex organisation. Your new role Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the income and receivables function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debt, accurate revenue reporting and continuous improvement across processes and controls. Key responsibilities will include: Managing the end-to-end Accounts Receivable, billing and credit control function Driving cash collections and reducing aged debt balances Managing sales ledger reconciliations and ensuring accurate revenue reporting Preparing cash collection forecasts and debtor analysis Monitoring and reporting on key credit control KPIs, including Debtor Days and DSO Managing disputed invoices and resolving complex customer queries Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to improve collection performance Producing management information and reporting packs for senior finance stakeholders Supporting month-end and year-end reporting requirements Identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities Developing and maintaining receivables procedures, controls and process documentation Managing credit risk and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures Supporting wider finance projects and transformation initiatives as required What you'll need to succeed Significant experience within Accounts Receivable, Credit Control or Income Management Previous experience managing or leading a receivables function Strong track record of reducing aged debt and improving cash collection performance Experience working within a Shared Service Centre or large finance function would be advantageous Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present financial data Advanced Excel and finance systems experience ACCA, CIMA, CICM qualification or active studies desirable Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and changing environment What you'll get in return 3-5 month temporary assignment Competitive hourly rate Hybrid working arrangement Opportunity to make an immediate impact in a high-profile finance role Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-critical finance projects Weekly pay through Hays 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)
Technical Accounting & Valuations Manager Theale, Permanent, Full-Time Are you a technically strong qualified accountant looking for a role that offers complex and varied work, greater autonomy and the opportunity to work with an impressive range of clients? We are delighted to be partnering with a growing,boutique accounting and financial reporting firm based in Theale, Berkshire. The firm is seeking an experienced Technical Accounting & Valuations Manager to join its talented and expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious accountant with a strong technical background, ideally gained within a Top 20 accountancy practice. The role would suit someone with an audit background who has experience in M&A and is now looking for greater variety, flexibility and work-life balance within a collaborative and fast-growing specialist firm. The Company Our client is a boutique accounting and financial reporting advisory firm supporting a diverse range of businesses, from fast-growing private equity-backed organisations to listed companies and large multinational groups. The specialist team works with clients to solve complex challenges across technical accounting, financial reporting, financial modelling and finance operations. Acting as an extension of clients' finance teams, the firm provides hands-on technical expertise and support during periods of growth, transformation and change. The Role As Technical Accounting & Valuations Manager, you will lead and deliver a broad range of complex accounting projects for an ever-growing and diverse client base. You will work closely with clients to understand their challenges, provide practical technical advice and deliver high-quality solutions. Projects may include: Technical accounting advice and support Share-based payment accounting Preparation and review of listed company financial statements Acquisition accounting and business combinations Complex accounting analysis and technical documentation Financial reporting projects arising from business growth, transactions and transformation You will take ownership of projects from initial planning through to successful completion, while supporting Business Directors and senior engagement teams. You will also coach and develop junior members of the team and contribute to the continued growth and development of the firm. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage complex technical accounting projects from planning through to completion Provide clear, practical and commercially focused technical accounting advice to clients Prepare and review technical accounting papers, reports and supporting documentation Lead on complex and judgemental areas of client work Present technical findings, conclusions and recommendations clearly to clients Work closely with Business Directors and senior engagement teams to deliver high-quality client outcomes Coach, mentor and review the work of trainees and junior team members Identify opportunities to improve processes, technical methodologies and client delivery Take initiative and contribute to the continued development and growth of the business Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and support the wider team with technical learning and development About You You will be a technically minded and commercially aware qualified accountant with a passion for solving complex accounting challenges and delivering high-quality client work. ACA Qualified Experience gained within a Top 20 accountancy practice A strong technical accounting background and likely to have spent some of your career in audit Experience of managing client engagements or technical accounting projects from planning through to completion Experience of preparing technical accounting papers, reports and supporting documentation The confidence to communicate and present complex technical matters clearly to clients Experience of coaching, developing and delegating work to junior team members Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail The confidence to challenge existing approaches and contribute new ideas A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach If you are a technically strong qualified accountant looking to broaden your experience and take ownership of complex, high-profile accounting projects, we would be keen to hear from you. 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.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Technical Accounting & Valuations Manager Theale, Permanent, Full-Time Are you a technically strong qualified accountant looking for a role that offers complex and varied work, greater autonomy and the opportunity to work with an impressive range of clients? We are delighted to be partnering with a growing,boutique accounting and financial reporting firm based in Theale, Berkshire. The firm is seeking an experienced Technical Accounting & Valuations Manager to join its talented and expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious accountant with a strong technical background, ideally gained within a Top 20 accountancy practice. The role would suit someone with an audit background who has experience in M&A and is now looking for greater variety, flexibility and work-life balance within a collaborative and fast-growing specialist firm. The Company Our client is a boutique accounting and financial reporting advisory firm supporting a diverse range of businesses, from fast-growing private equity-backed organisations to listed companies and large multinational groups. The specialist team works with clients to solve complex challenges across technical accounting, financial reporting, financial modelling and finance operations. Acting as an extension of clients' finance teams, the firm provides hands-on technical expertise and support during periods of growth, transformation and change. The Role As Technical Accounting & Valuations Manager, you will lead and deliver a broad range of complex accounting projects for an ever-growing and diverse client base. You will work closely with clients to understand their challenges, provide practical technical advice and deliver high-quality solutions. Projects may include: Technical accounting advice and support Share-based payment accounting Preparation and review of listed company financial statements Acquisition accounting and business combinations Complex accounting analysis and technical documentation Financial reporting projects arising from business growth, transactions and transformation You will take ownership of projects from initial planning through to successful completion, while supporting Business Directors and senior engagement teams. You will also coach and develop junior members of the team and contribute to the continued growth and development of the firm. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage complex technical accounting projects from planning through to completion Provide clear, practical and commercially focused technical accounting advice to clients Prepare and review technical accounting papers, reports and supporting documentation Lead on complex and judgemental areas of client work Present technical findings, conclusions and recommendations clearly to clients Work closely with Business Directors and senior engagement teams to deliver high-quality client outcomes Coach, mentor and review the work of trainees and junior team members Identify opportunities to improve processes, technical methodologies and client delivery Take initiative and contribute to the continued development and growth of the business Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and support the wider team with technical learning and development About You You will be a technically minded and commercially aware qualified accountant with a passion for solving complex accounting challenges and delivering high-quality client work. ACA Qualified Experience gained within a Top 20 accountancy practice A strong technical accounting background and likely to have spent some of your career in audit Experience of managing client engagements or technical accounting projects from planning through to completion Experience of preparing technical accounting papers, reports and supporting documentation The confidence to communicate and present complex technical matters clearly to clients Experience of coaching, developing and delegating work to junior team members Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail The confidence to challenge existing approaches and contribute new ideas A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach If you are a technically strong qualified accountant looking to broaden your experience and take ownership of complex, high-profile accounting projects, we would be keen to hear from you. 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.
Description Help shape the future of technology at one of the UK's leading wealth management businesses Are you experienced in technology finance, commercial management, vendor management or technology operations? Do you enjoy turning complex technology spend, supplier relationships and investment decisions into meaningful business outcomes? If you're looking for a role where you can influence technology strategy, work closely with senior leaders and drive measurable business value, we'd love to hear from you. Technology plays a central role in how Benchmark delivers services to advisers, clients and colleagues across the business. We're looking for a commercially minded Technology Business Manager to become a key member of our Technology leadership team. This role combines financial management, supplier governance, technology operations and business partnering, helping ensure technology investments are well governed, cost-effective and aligned to strategic priorities. You'll work closely with Technology, Finance, Procurement, Risk and senior business stakeholders, providing insight that supports investment decisions, strengthens supplier relationships and improves the value delivered by our technology estate. This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation where technology is central to future success, giving you exposure to strategic projects, senior stakeholders and business-critical decision making. Key Responsibilities Lead technology budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities. Provide transparency across technology operating and capital expenditure. Analyse technology spend, identifying opportunities to improve value and optimise costs. Support business cases, investment proposals and technology funding decisions. Deliver meaningful financial reporting and management information to senior stakeholders. Help technology leaders make informed decisions around priorities, investments and resource allocation. Manage governance of key technology suppliers and commercial relationships. Oversee contract renewals, spend management and commercial performance. Support negotiations alongside Procurement and business stakeholders. Track supplier value, service performance and contractual commitments. Improve commercial controls and reporting across the technology estate. Support the development of technology business plans and strategic roadmaps. Design and produce dashboards, reports and performance metrics. Measure the effectiveness and value of technology services and investments. Track delivery against plans and identify areas of risk or improvement. Present insights and recommendations to technology and business leaders. Act as a trusted partner to Technology leadership. Build strong relationships across Technology, Finance, Procurement, Risk and Operations. Translate financial, operational and technical information into clear business insight. Facilitate discussions around investment priorities, service performance and strategic decision making. Promote a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement. Support governance forums, audits and control activities. Help strengthen technology financial management and reporting practices. Maintain oversight of technology spend, supplier governance and investment tracking. Contribute to the ongoing maturity of Benchmark's technology operating model. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Experience in a Technology Business Management, Technology Finance, IT Commercial Management, Vendor Management or Technology Operations role. Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting. Experience building business cases and supporting investment decisions. Strong commercial awareness with experience managing suppliers and contracts. Ability to analyse complex data and translate it into meaningful business recommendations. Experience producing management information, dashboards and executive reporting. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Experience within financial services or another regulated industry. Exposure to Technology Business Management (TBM) principles and frameworks. Experience working with procurement, software licensing or vendor governance. Knowledge of service costing, technology portfolio management or FinOps practices. Professional qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA, ACA, ITIL, TBM Foundation or similar. Why Join Benchmark? Influence strategic technology investment decisions. Work directly with senior technology and business leaders. Play a key role in a growing and evolving technology organisation. Gain exposure to major transformation and business change initiatives. Combine commercial, financial, operational and strategic responsibilities within a single role. Join a business where technology is fundamental to future growth and success.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Description Help shape the future of technology at one of the UK's leading wealth management businesses Are you experienced in technology finance, commercial management, vendor management or technology operations? Do you enjoy turning complex technology spend, supplier relationships and investment decisions into meaningful business outcomes? If you're looking for a role where you can influence technology strategy, work closely with senior leaders and drive measurable business value, we'd love to hear from you. Technology plays a central role in how Benchmark delivers services to advisers, clients and colleagues across the business. We're looking for a commercially minded Technology Business Manager to become a key member of our Technology leadership team. This role combines financial management, supplier governance, technology operations and business partnering, helping ensure technology investments are well governed, cost-effective and aligned to strategic priorities. You'll work closely with Technology, Finance, Procurement, Risk and senior business stakeholders, providing insight that supports investment decisions, strengthens supplier relationships and improves the value delivered by our technology estate. This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation where technology is central to future success, giving you exposure to strategic projects, senior stakeholders and business-critical decision making. Key Responsibilities Lead technology budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities. Provide transparency across technology operating and capital expenditure. Analyse technology spend, identifying opportunities to improve value and optimise costs. Support business cases, investment proposals and technology funding decisions. Deliver meaningful financial reporting and management information to senior stakeholders. Help technology leaders make informed decisions around priorities, investments and resource allocation. Manage governance of key technology suppliers and commercial relationships. Oversee contract renewals, spend management and commercial performance. Support negotiations alongside Procurement and business stakeholders. Track supplier value, service performance and contractual commitments. Improve commercial controls and reporting across the technology estate. Support the development of technology business plans and strategic roadmaps. Design and produce dashboards, reports and performance metrics. Measure the effectiveness and value of technology services and investments. Track delivery against plans and identify areas of risk or improvement. Present insights and recommendations to technology and business leaders. Act as a trusted partner to Technology leadership. Build strong relationships across Technology, Finance, Procurement, Risk and Operations. Translate financial, operational and technical information into clear business insight. Facilitate discussions around investment priorities, service performance and strategic decision making. Promote a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement. Support governance forums, audits and control activities. Help strengthen technology financial management and reporting practices. Maintain oversight of technology spend, supplier governance and investment tracking. Contribute to the ongoing maturity of Benchmark's technology operating model. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Experience in a Technology Business Management, Technology Finance, IT Commercial Management, Vendor Management or Technology Operations role. Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting. Experience building business cases and supporting investment decisions. Strong commercial awareness with experience managing suppliers and contracts. Ability to analyse complex data and translate it into meaningful business recommendations. Experience producing management information, dashboards and executive reporting. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Ability to operate confidently in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Experience within financial services or another regulated industry. Exposure to Technology Business Management (TBM) principles and frameworks. Experience working with procurement, software licensing or vendor governance. Knowledge of service costing, technology portfolio management or FinOps practices. Professional qualifications such as CIMA, ACCA, ACA, ITIL, TBM Foundation or similar. Why Join Benchmark? Influence strategic technology investment decisions. Work directly with senior technology and business leaders. Play a key role in a growing and evolving technology organisation. Gain exposure to major transformation and business change initiatives. Combine commercial, financial, operational and strategic responsibilities within a single role. Join a business where technology is fundamental to future growth and success.
Membership Manager Location: Central London (hybrid working) Contract: Permanent Full-time Salary: £42000 The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Membership Manager to lead a busy membership and registration function within a professional membership organisation. This role is ideal for a customer-focused manager who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and ensuring the delivery of an efficient, high-quality service to members and stakeholders. The Role Reporting to the Head of Registration, you will be responsible for overseeing membership operations, maintaining the integrity of membership records and driving continuous improvement across systems and processes. You will lead a small team while ensuring excellent customer service and operational excellence. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and developing the Membership team, ensuring workloads are effectively managed and service standards are consistently achieved • Managing membership and registration queries, delivering a responsive and solutions-focused service • Overseeing annual renewal processes in collaboration with Finance and Customer Service teams • Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of membership records through audits, quality assurance checks and data cleansing exercises • Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and service delivery across the department • Managing and supporting small-scale projects and process improvement initiatives • Acting as a key point of contact for professional conduct and membership-related queries • Serving as the department's Risk Management Champion and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Lead • Producing and analysing management information and statistical data to support operational decision-making • Supporting wider departmental activities as required About You Essential: • Previous people management experience, ideally leading a small team • Experience managing a varied workload and meeting competing deadlines • Strong customer service skills with a solutions-focused approach • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Strong organisational and administrative abilities • Excellent attention to detail, with strong writing and drafting skills • Experience working with databases and CRM systems • Good analytical skills and experience producing or interpreting performance data • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel • Ability to work collaboratively both in person and remotely Desirable: • Experience working within a membership or professional body environment • Experience handling sensitive or confidential data • Knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements • Digital systems, process improvement or transformation experience • Degree-level education or equivalent experience Morgan Spencer - Your Career, Our Expertise Morgan Spencer is one of London's leading Executive Secretarial and Business Support recruitment consultancies, connecting high-calibre professionals with outstanding opportunities. Equal Opportunities Morgan Spencer is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Confidentiality & GDPR All applications are handled in strict confidence and in full compliance with UK GDPR. Your information will be used solely for recruitment purposes and will not be shared without your consent. Morgan Spencer Limited, registered in England & Wales No: .
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Membership Manager Location: Central London (hybrid working) Contract: Permanent Full-time Salary: £42000 The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Membership Manager to lead a busy membership and registration function within a professional membership organisation. This role is ideal for a customer-focused manager who enjoys leading teams, improving processes and ensuring the delivery of an efficient, high-quality service to members and stakeholders. The Role Reporting to the Head of Registration, you will be responsible for overseeing membership operations, maintaining the integrity of membership records and driving continuous improvement across systems and processes. You will lead a small team while ensuring excellent customer service and operational excellence. Key responsibilities include: • Leading and developing the Membership team, ensuring workloads are effectively managed and service standards are consistently achieved • Managing membership and registration queries, delivering a responsive and solutions-focused service • Overseeing annual renewal processes in collaboration with Finance and Customer Service teams • Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of membership records through audits, quality assurance checks and data cleansing exercises • Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and service delivery across the department • Managing and supporting small-scale projects and process improvement initiatives • Acting as a key point of contact for professional conduct and membership-related queries • Serving as the department's Risk Management Champion and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Lead • Producing and analysing management information and statistical data to support operational decision-making • Supporting wider departmental activities as required About You Essential: • Previous people management experience, ideally leading a small team • Experience managing a varied workload and meeting competing deadlines • Strong customer service skills with a solutions-focused approach • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Strong organisational and administrative abilities • Excellent attention to detail, with strong writing and drafting skills • Experience working with databases and CRM systems • Good analytical skills and experience producing or interpreting performance data • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel • Ability to work collaboratively both in person and remotely Desirable: • Experience working within a membership or professional body environment • Experience handling sensitive or confidential data • Knowledge of GDPR and data protection requirements • Digital systems, process improvement or transformation experience • Degree-level education or equivalent experience Morgan Spencer - Your Career, Our Expertise Morgan Spencer is one of London's leading Executive Secretarial and Business Support recruitment consultancies, connecting high-calibre professionals with outstanding opportunities. Equal Opportunities Morgan Spencer is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. Confidentiality & GDPR All applications are handled in strict confidence and in full compliance with UK GDPR. Your information will be used solely for recruitment purposes and will not be shared without your consent. Morgan Spencer Limited, registered in England & Wales No: .