Employee Relations Business Partner Yeovil - Circa £40,000 - Full time - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) If you're an experienced HR professional with a strong employee relations background looking for a meaty interim role where you can make a genuine impact, this could be a fantastic opportunity. Well Placed HR is working with a well-established organisation based in Yeovil that is looking for a capable and confident Employee Relations Business Partner to cover a period of maternity leave for an initial period of 12 months. Reporting to the HR Director, this is a broad and genuinely varied role covering the full employee relations remit, including: - Managing the ER caseload efficiently, leading all disciplinary and grievance investigations and hearings, and ensuring performance improvement plans are in place and followed through. - Absence management, including liaison with occupational health on all long-term absences, and ensuring the business meets its targets and obligations. - Ensuring company policies are up to date, providing people managers with employment law guidance and keeping the business informed of legislative changes as they arise. - Overseeing payroll processing across both four weekly and salaried payrolls, alongside benefits administration and ensuring all HMRC routines are completed accurately and on time. - Leading employee engagement initiatives, carrying out annual employee surveys and producing action plans by function to drive continuous improvement. - Ensuring full audit compliance across HR and ethical audits, including SMETA, BRC, SEDEX and retailer specific standards. - Supporting recruitment activity, right to work verification, offer administration and onboarding processes. - Contributing to the wider HR strategy, leading the Mental Health First Aid strategy and playing an active role in shaping the people agenda in line with business objectives. The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified at Level 5 or 7, with at least two years HR generalist experience, ideally gained within a blue collar or operational environment. You'll be a confident communicator who is equally comfortable advising on complex ER matters and rolling up your sleeves on the transactional side of the role. The ability to manage a genuinely multi-faceted workload, prioritise effectively and operate with credibility at every level of the business is essential. A creative, dynamic personality with the drive to take initiative and make things happen will fit the culture here perfectly. This is an on-site role based in Yeovil with flexible start and finish times. If you're an experienced HR professional who is available for an immediate or near immediate start and is looking for a role where your contribution will be visible and valued from day one, I'd encourage you to apply. This vacancy is being managed by Carly Kellow and the reference is CK11190. For more information, please click apply and I will be in contact. This role may also be of interest to those with experience or job titles including: Employee Relations Business Partner, HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Senior HR Advisor, HR Generalist, People Business Partner, ER Specialist, HR Operations Manager, Employment Relations Manager or Senior HR Officer seeking a fixed term or interim HR opportunity in Somerset.
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
Employee Relations Business Partner Yeovil - Circa £40,000 - Full time - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover) If you're an experienced HR professional with a strong employee relations background looking for a meaty interim role where you can make a genuine impact, this could be a fantastic opportunity. Well Placed HR is working with a well-established organisation based in Yeovil that is looking for a capable and confident Employee Relations Business Partner to cover a period of maternity leave for an initial period of 12 months. Reporting to the HR Director, this is a broad and genuinely varied role covering the full employee relations remit, including: - Managing the ER caseload efficiently, leading all disciplinary and grievance investigations and hearings, and ensuring performance improvement plans are in place and followed through. - Absence management, including liaison with occupational health on all long-term absences, and ensuring the business meets its targets and obligations. - Ensuring company policies are up to date, providing people managers with employment law guidance and keeping the business informed of legislative changes as they arise. - Overseeing payroll processing across both four weekly and salaried payrolls, alongside benefits administration and ensuring all HMRC routines are completed accurately and on time. - Leading employee engagement initiatives, carrying out annual employee surveys and producing action plans by function to drive continuous improvement. - Ensuring full audit compliance across HR and ethical audits, including SMETA, BRC, SEDEX and retailer specific standards. - Supporting recruitment activity, right to work verification, offer administration and onboarding processes. - Contributing to the wider HR strategy, leading the Mental Health First Aid strategy and playing an active role in shaping the people agenda in line with business objectives. The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified at Level 5 or 7, with at least two years HR generalist experience, ideally gained within a blue collar or operational environment. You'll be a confident communicator who is equally comfortable advising on complex ER matters and rolling up your sleeves on the transactional side of the role. The ability to manage a genuinely multi-faceted workload, prioritise effectively and operate with credibility at every level of the business is essential. A creative, dynamic personality with the drive to take initiative and make things happen will fit the culture here perfectly. This is an on-site role based in Yeovil with flexible start and finish times. If you're an experienced HR professional who is available for an immediate or near immediate start and is looking for a role where your contribution will be visible and valued from day one, I'd encourage you to apply. This vacancy is being managed by Carly Kellow and the reference is CK11190. For more information, please click apply and I will be in contact. This role may also be of interest to those with experience or job titles including: Employee Relations Business Partner, HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Senior HR Advisor, HR Generalist, People Business Partner, ER Specialist, HR Operations Manager, Employment Relations Manager or Senior HR Officer seeking a fixed term or interim HR opportunity in Somerset.
Head of Accounting Salary 75,000- 85,000 + comprehensive benefits Aerospace & Defence Oxford Full time Permanent I am recruiting a Head of Accounting on behalf of a leading aerospace and defence organisation based in Oxford. This is a senior, hands-on finance leadership role with responsibility for end-to-end accounting operations, statutory and management reporting, financial controls, audit delivery and a team of four. The organisation delivers specialist engineering, maintenance and technical support across complex civil and military aviation environments. The successful candidate will join a highly regulated international business and work closely with Group Finance, operational leaders, auditors and external advisers. You will need to be a fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with detailed SAP and FRS 102 knowledge. This role would suit a credible finance leader who combines strong technical accounting capability with a practical, positive and improvement-focused approach. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end accounting operations and manage, support and develop the four-person accounting team. Prepare accurate monthly accounts, management reports and balance-sheet reconciliations, maintaining robust month-end routines. Own statutory accounts, UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS compliance, audit preparation and liaison with external auditors. Oversee tax packs, VAT, statutory returns, Accounts Receivable, cash collection, Accounts Payable, payments and outsourced payroll reporting. Strengthen financial controls, policies, systems and procedures while supporting treasury, banking, customs, import VAT and Group reporting. Key Skills Professional accountancy qualification: ACA or ACCA. Detailed working knowledge of SAP and FRS 102. Strong experience of statutory accounts, financial close, reconciliations, audit, tax and financial controls. Proven ability to lead and develop a finance or accounting team. Current UK right to work and ability to complete BPSS checks and obtain SC clearance; applicants will generally need five years' UK residency. Export-control requirements also apply. Desirable Skills: Experience within aerospace, defence, engineering, manufacturing or another highly regulated environment. Knowledge of IFRS and international or Group reporting requirements. French or German language capability. Experience improving financial policies, systems, processes and procedures. What You Get in Return: Competitive salary, discretionary Group bonus and share incentive plans. Private medical insurance and pension contribution of up to 8% when you contribute 6%. Increasing annual leave, employee discounts, wellbeing support and cycle, car and technology purchase schemes. This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Applications are welcomed irrespective of background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. Interested? Please submit your CV to Chrissie Rehman at DCS Recruitment via the link provided. Alternatively, email (url removed). DCS Recruitment is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to Engineering, Manufacturing and High Technology sectors. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Head of Accounting Salary 75,000- 85,000 + comprehensive benefits Aerospace & Defence Oxford Full time Permanent I am recruiting a Head of Accounting on behalf of a leading aerospace and defence organisation based in Oxford. This is a senior, hands-on finance leadership role with responsibility for end-to-end accounting operations, statutory and management reporting, financial controls, audit delivery and a team of four. The organisation delivers specialist engineering, maintenance and technical support across complex civil and military aviation environments. The successful candidate will join a highly regulated international business and work closely with Group Finance, operational leaders, auditors and external advisers. You will need to be a fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with detailed SAP and FRS 102 knowledge. This role would suit a credible finance leader who combines strong technical accounting capability with a practical, positive and improvement-focused approach. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end accounting operations and manage, support and develop the four-person accounting team. Prepare accurate monthly accounts, management reports and balance-sheet reconciliations, maintaining robust month-end routines. Own statutory accounts, UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS compliance, audit preparation and liaison with external auditors. Oversee tax packs, VAT, statutory returns, Accounts Receivable, cash collection, Accounts Payable, payments and outsourced payroll reporting. Strengthen financial controls, policies, systems and procedures while supporting treasury, banking, customs, import VAT and Group reporting. Key Skills Professional accountancy qualification: ACA or ACCA. Detailed working knowledge of SAP and FRS 102. Strong experience of statutory accounts, financial close, reconciliations, audit, tax and financial controls. Proven ability to lead and develop a finance or accounting team. Current UK right to work and ability to complete BPSS checks and obtain SC clearance; applicants will generally need five years' UK residency. Export-control requirements also apply. Desirable Skills: Experience within aerospace, defence, engineering, manufacturing or another highly regulated environment. Knowledge of IFRS and international or Group reporting requirements. French or German language capability. Experience improving financial policies, systems, processes and procedures. What You Get in Return: Competitive salary, discretionary Group bonus and share incentive plans. Private medical insurance and pension contribution of up to 8% when you contribute 6%. Increasing annual leave, employee discounts, wellbeing support and cycle, car and technology purchase schemes. This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Applications are welcomed irrespective of background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. Interested? Please submit your CV to Chrissie Rehman at DCS Recruitment via the link provided. Alternatively, email (url removed). DCS Recruitment is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to Engineering, Manufacturing and High Technology sectors. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Are you a commercially minded accountant ready to drive financial excellence for the UK's leading film and television facilities provider? Facilities by ADF has an exciting Management Accountant opportunity! Location: Bocam Park, Bridgend, CF35 5LJ Salary: £50,000 per annum + Competitive benefits package Hours: 35 hours per week (Office-based) About Facilities by ADF: Facilities by ADF is the UK's leading provider of premium mobile facilities to the film and high-end television (HETV) industry. With a fleet of more than 700 specialist vehicles, we support some of the world's biggest film and television productions. The business operates within a dynamic and growing industry, driven by increasing demand for film and premium television content across global streaming platforms such as Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime. To further strengthen our position as a market leader and provide a true one-stop solution for our customers, Facilities by ADF acquired Location One Ltd, the UK's largest TV and film location service provider, in 2022, followed by the acquisition of Autotrak Portable Roadways Ltd in 2024, expanding both our service offering and customer base. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Management Accountant to join our Finance team at our Head Office in Bridgend. Management Accountant - The Role: Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the monthly management accounts for one of the Group's subsidiary companies while supporting wider finance activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys improving processes, analysing performance and working closely with operational teams. We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive finance professional who is keen to add value within a fast-paced and growing business. Management Accountant - Key Responsibilities: - Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts - Produce cash flow reports and forecasts - Maintain the core financial ledgers, including sales, purchase, bank and fixed asset ledgers - Preparation of annual statutory accounts - Develop and enhance reporting within Sage Intacct, improving automation and reporting efficiency - Prepare and analyse KPI reports to support business performance - Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis - Provide support during interim and year end audit - Provide support and absence cover across the Finance team, including Payroll - Work collaboratively across the wider Finance team - Deputise for the Financial Controller when required - Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and internal controls Management Accountant - About You: - ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or be newly qualified) - Strong commercial awareness with the confidence to challenge trends and provide meaningful financial insight - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines - A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive working relationships across the business - Advanced Excel skills and good systems knowledge; experience of Sage Intacct would be advantageous - Excellent attention to detail and communication skills What We Offer: - Salary of £50,000 per annum - 35-hour working week. - 29 days paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) increasing with each year of service - Life Assurance Cover - Access to Employer Assistance Programme - Free onsite parking - Free annual eye test - Informal reward scheme - Refer a Friend scheme - The opportunity to join a growing, market-leading organisation within the film and television industry Apply Today: If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a successful and expanding business, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to apply for the Management Accountant position at Facilities by ADF.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Are you a commercially minded accountant ready to drive financial excellence for the UK's leading film and television facilities provider? Facilities by ADF has an exciting Management Accountant opportunity! Location: Bocam Park, Bridgend, CF35 5LJ Salary: £50,000 per annum + Competitive benefits package Hours: 35 hours per week (Office-based) About Facilities by ADF: Facilities by ADF is the UK's leading provider of premium mobile facilities to the film and high-end television (HETV) industry. With a fleet of more than 700 specialist vehicles, we support some of the world's biggest film and television productions. The business operates within a dynamic and growing industry, driven by increasing demand for film and premium television content across global streaming platforms such as Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime. To further strengthen our position as a market leader and provide a true one-stop solution for our customers, Facilities by ADF acquired Location One Ltd, the UK's largest TV and film location service provider, in 2022, followed by the acquisition of Autotrak Portable Roadways Ltd in 2024, expanding both our service offering and customer base. Due to continued growth, we are looking to recruit a Management Accountant to join our Finance team at our Head Office in Bridgend. Management Accountant - The Role: Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the monthly management accounts for one of the Group's subsidiary companies while supporting wider finance activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys improving processes, analysing performance and working closely with operational teams. We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive finance professional who is keen to add value within a fast-paced and growing business. Management Accountant - Key Responsibilities: - Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts - Produce cash flow reports and forecasts - Maintain the core financial ledgers, including sales, purchase, bank and fixed asset ledgers - Preparation of annual statutory accounts - Develop and enhance reporting within Sage Intacct, improving automation and reporting efficiency - Prepare and analyse KPI reports to support business performance - Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis - Provide support during interim and year end audit - Provide support and absence cover across the Finance team, including Payroll - Work collaboratively across the wider Finance team - Deputise for the Financial Controller when required - Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and internal controls Management Accountant - About You: - ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or be newly qualified) - Strong commercial awareness with the confidence to challenge trends and provide meaningful financial insight - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines - A collaborative approach and the ability to build positive working relationships across the business - Advanced Excel skills and good systems knowledge; experience of Sage Intacct would be advantageous - Excellent attention to detail and communication skills What We Offer: - Salary of £50,000 per annum - 35-hour working week. - 29 days paid holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) increasing with each year of service - Life Assurance Cover - Access to Employer Assistance Programme - Free onsite parking - Free annual eye test - Informal reward scheme - Refer a Friend scheme - The opportunity to join a growing, market-leading organisation within the film and television industry Apply Today: If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a successful and expanding business, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today to apply for the Management Accountant position at Facilities by ADF.
Interim Payroll & Benefits Specialist £Competitive 46 Month Interim Contract Southampton (3 days per week initially) The Company Our client is an established international business with operations across the UK and overseas. They are currently seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join them on an interim basis to ensure a smooth transition during a period of change within the pa click apply for full job details
Aug 12, 2026
Contractor
Interim Payroll & Benefits Specialist £Competitive 46 Month Interim Contract Southampton (3 days per week initially) The Company Our client is an established international business with operations across the UK and overseas. They are currently seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join them on an interim basis to ensure a smooth transition during a period of change within the pa click apply for full job details
Interim Payroll & Benefits Specialist £Competitive 4-6 Month Interim Contract Southampton (3 days per week initially) The Company Our client is an established international business with operations across the UK and overseas. They are currently seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join them on an interim basis to ensure a smooth transition during a period of change within the payroll function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on payroll professional who enjoys improving processes, working autonomously and making a real impact within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Role Reporting into the Chief People Officer, you will take ownership of the end-to-end UK payroll while coordinating outsourced international payrolls across several global locations. This is a hands-on position requiring someone who can quickly pick up responsibility, ensure payroll accuracy and document robust payroll processes for the future. This is a key assignment where you'll work closely with Payroll, Finance and People teams to ensure continuity of service whilst developing standard operating procedures from the ground up. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end UK payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing. Coordinate outsourced payrolls across Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, India and the USA. Administer employee benefits and share schemes. Prepare payroll journals, reconciliations and statutory returns. Respond to payroll queries from employees and stakeholders. Develop and document payroll processes and standard operating procedures. Work with payroll and HR systems including Infinet Cloud, Deel, NetSuite and HiBob. Collaborate closely with Finance and People teams to support payroll operations and continuous improvement. About You To be successful, you will have: Proven experience personally managing complex end-to-end UK payroll processing. Experience working with outsourced international payroll providers. Knowledge of one or more payroll/HR systems such as Infinet Cloud, Deel, NetSuite or HiBob. CIPP qualification or significant equivalent payroll experience. Experience administering employee benefits and share schemes. The ability to create and document payroll processes from scratch. Excellent attention to detail with a calm, methodical and organised approach. The ability to work independently and quickly become productive within a busy environment. Salary & Location 4-6 month interim contract Competitive day rate/salary depending on experience Southampton Hybrid working - You must be able to work three days per week in the Southampton office for the first five weeks . This requirement is non-negotiable due to the handover period. Immediate start preferred.
Aug 09, 2026
Contractor
Interim Payroll & Benefits Specialist £Competitive 4-6 Month Interim Contract Southampton (3 days per week initially) The Company Our client is an established international business with operations across the UK and overseas. They are currently seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join them on an interim basis to ensure a smooth transition during a period of change within the payroll function. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on payroll professional who enjoys improving processes, working autonomously and making a real impact within a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Role Reporting into the Chief People Officer, you will take ownership of the end-to-end UK payroll while coordinating outsourced international payrolls across several global locations. This is a hands-on position requiring someone who can quickly pick up responsibility, ensure payroll accuracy and document robust payroll processes for the future. This is a key assignment where you'll work closely with Payroll, Finance and People teams to ensure continuity of service whilst developing standard operating procedures from the ground up. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end UK payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely processing. Coordinate outsourced payrolls across Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, India and the USA. Administer employee benefits and share schemes. Prepare payroll journals, reconciliations and statutory returns. Respond to payroll queries from employees and stakeholders. Develop and document payroll processes and standard operating procedures. Work with payroll and HR systems including Infinet Cloud, Deel, NetSuite and HiBob. Collaborate closely with Finance and People teams to support payroll operations and continuous improvement. About You To be successful, you will have: Proven experience personally managing complex end-to-end UK payroll processing. Experience working with outsourced international payroll providers. Knowledge of one or more payroll/HR systems such as Infinet Cloud, Deel, NetSuite or HiBob. CIPP qualification or significant equivalent payroll experience. Experience administering employee benefits and share schemes. The ability to create and document payroll processes from scratch. Excellent attention to detail with a calm, methodical and organised approach. The ability to work independently and quickly become productive within a busy environment. Salary & Location 4-6 month interim contract Competitive day rate/salary depending on experience Southampton Hybrid working - You must be able to work three days per week in the Southampton office for the first five weeks . This requirement is non-negotiable due to the handover period. Immediate start preferred.
