Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family - Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Apply today to join us on our June, September or October learning cohorts. Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, we're looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices. Whether you're taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day. Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare Our apprentices are valued members of the team - you won't just be watching; you will be learning, contributing, and growing from day one! Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award-winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As an apprentice, you will: Help plan and deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Ensure children's individual needs are understood and met Contribute to the safeguarding of all children Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable Criteria (not essential) A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification Start your future in Early Years with a team that truly believes in you. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees journey! Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Role Overview: Join Our Busy Bees Family - Start Your Career in Early Years Today! Apply today to join us on our June, September or October learning cohorts. Are you passionate about working with children and ready to begin a rewarding career in the Early Years sector? At Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, we're looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join us as Early Years Apprentices. Whether you're taking your first step into childcare or looking to grow your skills, this is your chance to learn, develop, and make a real difference every day. Why Choose a Busy Bees Apprenticeship? As an Apprentice, you will: Work alongside experienced, inspiring Early Years professionals Receive dedicated support and mentoring throughout your qualification Take part in bespoke Learning & Development courses Be regularly visited by your Development Coach for feedback and guidance Gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed for a long-term career in childcare Our apprentices are valued members of the team - you won't just be watching; you will be learning, contributing, and growing from day one! Why Busy Bees? At Busy Bees, we're proud to be the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and more around the world. Our mission is simple: to give every child the very best start in life. We've also been recognised for our positive workplace culture, and we're committed to making sure every team member feels valued, supported, and listened to. You'll also experience: Our award-winning Bee Curious curriculum - designed to spark imagination, confidence, and a love of learning in every child. A workplace culture where every team member feels valued and supported Opportunities to get involved in our charity partnership with BBC Children in Need Busy Bees Benefits We offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Ongoing training and career progression Access to our Hive benefits and wellbeing platform - with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial guidance through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Workplace pension with Cushon Option for discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Role Responsibilities: Your responsibilities and expectations As an apprentice, you will: Help plan and deliver exciting, age-appropriate activities following the EYFS framework Support the team to provide high-quality childcare and positive learning experiences for all children Build strong, supportive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Ensure children's individual needs are understood and met Contribute to the safeguarding of all children Work proactively toward completing your apprenticeship provided by Busy Bees Education and Training within the expected timeframe Show enthusiasm, curiosity, and commitment to your own development Required Qualifications: Essential Criteria To apply, you must: Be passionate about childcare and motivated to start a career in Early Years To meet funding eligibility, you must have been a resident in the UK for at least the 3 consecutive years Be able to provide evidence of Maths and English achievements (GCSE Maths and English grade 3/D or above or Level 2 Functional Skills) Desirable Criteria (not essential) A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner qualification Start your future in Early Years with a team that truly believes in you. Apply now and begin your Busy Bees journey! Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.
willmott dixon group
Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire
Willmott Dixon are looking to recruit a Group Head of Reward on a 12 month FTC to drive performance, rigour and simplify complexity in the way our people are rewarded. You'll own reward and reporting end to end, working closely with the CPO and the senior people team and finance. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of rewards and benefits, project management skills, a passion for working with people and excellent communication skills. This role offers hybrid working; a combination of office-based working in our head office in Letchworth, Herts (3 days per week) and remote/home working as well as travel to other offices as required by the business. What You'll Be Doing Leading the annual pay review cycle, from models through to materials and manager guidance Owning compensation benchmarking across the business and defining a compensation strategy to attract the best talent and drive performance Leading Pay Transparency compliance such as gender and ethnicity pay, working alongside the CPO and Legal Conducting pay equity analysis and flagging gaps for remediation Owning benefits administration and the annual benefits review across all areas of the business Building and maintaining reporting on pay, benefits, headcount and turnover for the CPO and finance Essential Criteria Hands on experience in a rewards/benefits role Excellent communication skills Excellent systems knowledge including HR systems and EXCEL Strong project management and planning skills, including attention to detail Experience of managing problems and proposing solutions Desirable criteria Human Resource management degree/ CIPD qualification What We're Looking For Strong attention to detail with a genuine commitment to getting things right Comfortable with dealing with large amounts of data and able to spot issues quickly Tenacious and persistent with a track record to seeing things through to completion Naturally curious always asking how things could be done differently or more simply Able to cut through complexity and able to find practical solutions Able to explain data and reward information in a straightforward way Additional Information We reward our people generously with a competitive salary and a market-leading benefits package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, discounted or full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Aug 09, 2026
Contractor
Willmott Dixon are looking to recruit a Group Head of Reward on a 12 month FTC to drive performance, rigour and simplify complexity in the way our people are rewarded. You'll own reward and reporting end to end, working closely with the CPO and the senior people team and finance. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of rewards and benefits, project management skills, a passion for working with people and excellent communication skills. This role offers hybrid working; a combination of office-based working in our head office in Letchworth, Herts (3 days per week) and remote/home working as well as travel to other offices as required by the business. What You'll Be Doing Leading the annual pay review cycle, from models through to materials and manager guidance Owning compensation benchmarking across the business and defining a compensation strategy to attract the best talent and drive performance Leading Pay Transparency compliance such as gender and ethnicity pay, working alongside the CPO and Legal Conducting pay equity analysis and flagging gaps for remediation Owning benefits administration and the annual benefits review across all areas of the business Building and maintaining reporting on pay, benefits, headcount and turnover for the CPO and finance Essential Criteria Hands on experience in a rewards/benefits role Excellent communication skills Excellent systems knowledge including HR systems and EXCEL Strong project management and planning skills, including attention to detail Experience of managing problems and proposing solutions Desirable criteria Human Resource management degree/ CIPD qualification What We're Looking For Strong attention to detail with a genuine commitment to getting things right Comfortable with dealing with large amounts of data and able to spot issues quickly Tenacious and persistent with a track record to seeing things through to completion Naturally curious always asking how things could be done differently or more simply Able to cut through complexity and able to find practical solutions Able to explain data and reward information in a straightforward way Additional Information We reward our people generously with a competitive salary and a market-leading benefits package that gives you flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities. This includes but is not limited to, an enhanced pension scheme, discounted or full private medical, life assurance, incentive bonus and a car scheme which will make us a market leader in sustainable company travel. Applicable roles will benefit from a motoring expenditure allowance (MEA) and everyone can access a new generation of low carbon and electric cars via the Willmott Dixon run car leasing scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Residential Service Charge Accountant . OUR CLIENT are a growing, dynamic and diverse residential property management company. They work with some of UK's top developers and their portfolio is spread across the UK. They are looking for an experienced Client Accountant with strong residential service charge accounting experience. THE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Preparing and submitting service charge year-end accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and void calculations, liaising with accountants and Property Managers. Managing the full budget demand process and ensure demands are issued on time. Delivering client reports and arranging transfer of rental income. Providing information to support VAT submissions. Reviewing and correcting monthly expenditure with Property Managers. Supporting rent increase processes across AST, Affordable Rent, and Shared Ownership. Circulating year-end accounts to leaseholders and issue Section 20b notices where required. Reconciling all client bank accounts promptly, resolving discrepancies. THE PERSON'S REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Have strong residential block service charge accounts experience. Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle client and auditor queries. Take a proactive approach and show enthusiasm for continuous learning and long-term growth with the company. WHAT'S ON OFFER: Hybrid working pattern Comprehensive benefits package including enhanced pension scheme, private medical insurance, flexible working, additional annual leave, maternity/paternity packages, cycle-to-work scheme, childcare assistance, season ticket loans, and more. Great opportunity to work in inclusive and supportive culture Discover Your Next Opportunity with Trident Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest real estate finance opportunities or browse current vacancies via our website. Every application is reviewed carefully and retained on our database for future opportunities. Whilst we are unable to respond to every applicant individually, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Stay Ahead in the Market: Sign Up for Job Alerts - Be the first to hear about new openings. Register Your CV with our specialist team. Looking to Recruit? - Partner with us to secure top real estate finance talent.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Residential Service Charge Accountant . OUR CLIENT are a growing, dynamic and diverse residential property management company. They work with some of UK's top developers and their portfolio is spread across the UK. They are looking for an experienced Client Accountant with strong residential service charge accounting experience. THE ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Preparing and submitting service charge year-end accounts, including accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and void calculations, liaising with accountants and Property Managers. Managing the full budget demand process and ensure demands are issued on time. Delivering client reports and arranging transfer of rental income. Providing information to support VAT submissions. Reviewing and correcting monthly expenditure with Property Managers. Supporting rent increase processes across AST, Affordable Rent, and Shared Ownership. Circulating year-end accounts to leaseholders and issue Section 20b notices where required. Reconciling all client bank accounts promptly, resolving discrepancies. THE PERSON'S REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CLIENT ACCOUNTANT: Have strong residential block service charge accounts experience. Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle client and auditor queries. Take a proactive approach and show enthusiasm for continuous learning and long-term growth with the company. WHAT'S ON OFFER: Hybrid working pattern Comprehensive benefits package including enhanced pension scheme, private medical insurance, flexible working, additional annual leave, maternity/paternity packages, cycle-to-work scheme, childcare assistance, season ticket loans, and more. Great opportunity to work in inclusive and supportive culture Discover Your Next Opportunity with Trident Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest real estate finance opportunities or browse current vacancies via our website. Every application is reviewed carefully and retained on our database for future opportunities. Whilst we are unable to respond to every applicant individually, if you have not heard from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. Stay Ahead in the Market: Sign Up for Job Alerts - Be the first to hear about new openings. Register Your CV with our specialist team. Looking to Recruit? - Partner with us to secure top real estate finance talent.
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? We are currently recruiting for a Head of Ceded Reinsurance to join our team based in London on a full time permanent basis. The Head of Ceded Reinsurance leads Travelers Europe's ceded reinsurance strategy and relationships, with oversight of the analysis, placement, management, and optimisation of reinsurance programmes. Working closely with European Leadership and underwriting management, the role shapes and refines risk appetite and reinsurance strategy, ensures appropriate programme structure recommendations are made, and that placement is executed effectively. Drawing on deep reinsurance expertise, strong relationship-building skills, and executive presence, the role drives day-to-day treaty placement activity, provides thought leadership on long-term placement strategy and other critical reinsurance matters, and builds robust internal and external networks. This role has direct line management responsibility. This role is a Key Function holder within the Senior Manager and Certification Regime (SM&CR) as set out in the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA), and is subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant regulators. Fitness and Probity (F&P) will be assessed - and certified where required - both on appointment and annually thereafter. Post-holders are required to abide by the Conduct Rules at all times. Our leaders in regulated roles champion Travelers' culture and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. In addition to this job description, the successful candidate will receive a Statement of Responsibilities (SoR) outlining their specific accountabilities, along with any applicable mandatory prescribed responsibilities. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Strategic Leadership & Innovation. Develop and execute the overall ceded reinsurance strategy, aligned with corporate risk appetite and business objectives. Lead the design and structuring of treaty and facultative reinsurance programmes across all lines of business, driving best-in-market structures that differentiate the company and meet strategic goals. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance to senior leadership on reinsurance market conditions and opportunities, and on how reinsurance can influence business strategy. Ensure reinsurance solutions support enterprise growth, profitability, and capital optimisation. External Relationship Management. Establish and maintain key broker and reinsurer relationships to secure optimal market access and competitive terms, building strategic partnerships with top-tier reinsurance markets globally. Manage broker expectations and timelines for assigned placements, coordinating materials and meeting with and presenting to reinsurance markets. Represent the company at industry events, reinsurance market meetings, and, where appropriate, on reinsurance industry panels. Where appropriate, appoint brokers and engage in joint strategic planning to align on objectives and market opportunities, keeping reinsurers updated on plans and developments. Internal Relationship Management & Stakeholder Collaboration. Partner with underwriting, actuarial, finance, risk management, and capital management teams to ensure alignment and deliver group objectives. Communicate proactively with business units, demonstrating a thorough understanding of primary coverages and underwriting strategies. Propose ideas and solutions to portfolio challenges above and beyond renewal placements, leading management strategy decision meetings and advocating for the best option. Communicate reinsurance strategy and results effectively to diverse stakeholder groups, building consensus and driving execution of group-wide initiatives. Reinsurance Programme Management & Treaty Negotiation. Oversee the placement and renewal of treaty and facultative reinsurance agreements, ensuring optimal protection while managing cost efficiency. Independently negotiate pricing, coverage, exclusions, terms, and conditions with reinsurance markets to obtain the best terms for the company. Coordinate the preparation of reinsurance submissions and gather the information required from brokers, evaluating and implementing changes to data requirements. Continuously evaluate and enhance reinsurance coverage and structures to maintain competitive advantage. Contract Wording & Documentation. Draft and propose contract wording for new and renewal treaties, researching conceptual topics and evaluating alternative clauses. Research and implement changes to standard treaty clauses and perform secondary contract reviews. Oversee documentation and contract management processes. Capital Management, Analytics & Reporting. Use capital model metrics to assess the effectiveness of the reinsurance strategy against regulatory capital requirements and internal targets, optimising capital efficiency in collaboration with capital management and actuarial teams. Verify data for accuracy and identify anomalies, directing brokers and actuarial teams on pricing and risk-evaluation analytics and their implications for placement options. Monitor and report on capital relief achieved and on reinsurance programme performance and market trends. Manage internal and external reporting requirements and prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership and board committees. Treaty Design & Structuring. Evaluate broker and reinsurer presentations for veracity and applicability, proposing renewal structure changes and establishing the associated evaluation criteria. Apply knowledge of capital market (ILS) and structured reinsurance solutions and consult on their use. Provide leadership and technical expertise on intercompany reinsurance solutions and reinsurance impacts from corporate M&A activity. Risk Management. Analyse catastrophe exposure and develop appropriate risk-transfer solutions. Monitor reinsurance recoverables and ensure their timely collection. Evaluate the financial impact of reinsurance decisions on company results. Operational Controls & Regulatory Compliance. Design and implement team controls and develop corporate reinsurance policies to assure compliance, appropriate referral protocols, and best practices. Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements, maintaining corporate governance standards and risk-management frameworks. Take reasonable steps to ensure the business for which you are responsible is controlled effectively and complies with the relevant requirements and standards of the regulatory system. Take reasonable steps to ensure any delegation of responsibility is to an appropriate person and that oversight of the delegation is discharged effectively. Disclose appropriately any information of which the FCA and PRA would reasonably expect to have notice. Team Leadership & Development. Lead, mentor, and develop the ceded reinsurance team, coaching members on the technical expertise and other skills required to perform effectively, and developing and implementing associated training programmes. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and build organisational capability in reinsurance expertise. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Proven experience leading a reinsurance function, with demonstrated success in strategic leadership. Extensive experience of Global Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business. Proven knowledge and understanding of London Market processes and systems. Extensive experience in reinsurance, including in a senior leadership role. Proven track record in reinsurance programme design, placement, and negotiation, and in building and maintaining broker and reinsurer relationships. Strong understanding of capital modelling and its application to reinsurance strategy. What is a Must Have? University degree (Business, Finance, Actuarial Science, or related field). ACII (Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute) qualification. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools . click apply for full job details
My client is a well establish service business based in the Cheetham Hill area of Manchester. Reporting to the Head of Finance there is a need for a Purchase Ledger Clerk. Working in a small team this is an excellent role for someone wanting to work in an established and motivated team. Duties of the role will include: Obtain authorisation for invoices prior to input Input invoices to in house accounting system Input payment information to purchase ledger supplier accounts Allocate payments to invoices Review and reconcile supplier statements to datafile records Produce cheque payments as required Request BACS payments as required Liaison with suppliers for queries Liaison with suppliers to notify payment dates for invoices Ad hoc duties as required The right candidate will have 6 months experience in the above and be looking for a really rewarding role.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
My client is a well establish service business based in the Cheetham Hill area of Manchester. Reporting to the Head of Finance there is a need for a Purchase Ledger Clerk. Working in a small team this is an excellent role for someone wanting to work in an established and motivated team. Duties of the role will include: Obtain authorisation for invoices prior to input Input invoices to in house accounting system Input payment information to purchase ledger supplier accounts Allocate payments to invoices Review and reconcile supplier statements to datafile records Produce cheque payments as required Request BACS payments as required Liaison with suppliers for queries Liaison with suppliers to notify payment dates for invoices Ad hoc duties as required The right candidate will have 6 months experience in the above and be looking for a really rewarding role.
Head of Finance Business Partnering Location: IWM London Salary: £65,000-£67,500 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full time Working Hours: 36 hours per week What It s Like to Work Here Imperial War Museums (IWM) connects people with the stories of modern conflict, helping shape understanding of its impact on society. You ll join a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong public mission and a focus on accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Teams work closely across disciplines to deliver high-quality experiences for visitors while ensuring long-term sustainability. Why This Role Matters This role is central to how financial insight shapes decision-making across IWM. As Head of Finance Business Partnering, you ll lead the function that connects finance with the wider organisation ensuring leaders have the clarity, challenge and support they need to deliver against strategic and commercial objectives. You ll play a key role in aligning financial planning with IWM s mission, supporting both public-facing activity and commercial operations, while maintaining strong governance and value for money. What You ll Be Doing Lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering function, building a high-performing and well-structured team Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge Partner closely with the Commercial directorate to support income growth, pricing decisions and business planning Translate strategy into financial plans, budgets and performance measures Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities Deliver high-quality reporting, analysis and scenario modelling to support decision-making Support major strategic initiatives, investment cases and organisational change Improve financial systems, reporting and processes to increase efficiency, insight and transparency Promote financial understanding across the organisation, enabling better decision-making at all levels What We re Looking For We d love to hear from you if you have: Proven experience leading a finance business partnering or FP&A function Strong experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Track record of supporting commercial performance and strategic decision-making Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight Strong team leadership skills, with experience building or developing teams Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent experience Strong analytical skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Understanding of public sector, charity or grant-funded environments (desirable) How You ll Work You ll work closely with senior leaders across commercial, operational and support functions, acting as a key link between finance and the wider organisation. The role requires strong collaboration across directorates, including Collections, Exhibitions, Learning and Estates, to ensure consistent and high-quality financial support. What Success Looks Like (First 6 12 Months) Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across all directorates Establish a clear, effective Finance Business Partnering model and team structure Improve the quality and consistency of financial reporting, planning and insight Strengthen financial support to commercial decision-making and income generation Deliver measurable improvements to budgeting and forecasting processes Embed finance as a proactive and valued partner to the business To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Imperial War Museums, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance Business Partnering Location: IWM London Salary: £65,000-£67,500 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full time Working Hours: 36 hours per week What It s Like to Work Here Imperial War Museums (IWM) connects people with the stories of modern conflict, helping shape understanding of its impact on society. You ll join a collaborative, purpose-driven organisation with a strong public mission and a focus on accountability, innovation and continuous improvement. Teams work closely across disciplines to deliver high-quality experiences for visitors while ensuring long-term sustainability. Why This Role Matters This role is central to how financial insight shapes decision-making across IWM. As Head of Finance Business Partnering, you ll lead the function that connects finance with the wider organisation ensuring leaders have the clarity, challenge and support they need to deliver against strategic and commercial objectives. You ll play a key role in aligning financial planning with IWM s mission, supporting both public-facing activity and commercial operations, while maintaining strong governance and value for money. What You ll Be Doing Lead and develop the Finance Business Partnering function, building a high-performing and well-structured team Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing clear financial insight and constructive challenge Partner closely with the Commercial directorate to support income growth, pricing decisions and business planning Translate strategy into financial plans, budgets and performance measures Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities Deliver high-quality reporting, analysis and scenario modelling to support decision-making Support major strategic initiatives, investment cases and organisational change Improve financial systems, reporting and processes to increase efficiency, insight and transparency Promote financial understanding across the organisation, enabling better decision-making at all levels What We re Looking For We d love to hear from you if you have: Proven experience leading a finance business partnering or FP&A function Strong experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders Track record of supporting commercial performance and strategic decision-making Experience leading budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes Ability to turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insight Strong team leadership skills, with experience building or developing teams Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or equivalent experience Strong analytical skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset Understanding of public sector, charity or grant-funded environments (desirable) How You ll Work You ll work closely with senior leaders across commercial, operational and support functions, acting as a key link between finance and the wider organisation. The role requires strong collaboration across directorates, including Collections, Exhibitions, Learning and Estates, to ensure consistent and high-quality financial support. What Success Looks Like (First 6 12 Months) Build strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across all directorates Establish a clear, effective Finance Business Partnering model and team structure Improve the quality and consistency of financial reporting, planning and insight Strengthen financial support to commercial decision-making and income generation Deliver measurable improvements to budgeting and forecasting processes Embed finance as a proactive and valued partner to the business To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Imperial War Museums, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Accounts Assistant 3-Months August - October 2026 Newbury Due to continued growth and an upcoming Sage 200 implementation, our client is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance team during a busy period and assist with the transition from QuickBooks to Sage 200. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will provide day-to-day finance support, assist with account reconciliations, help prepare data for migration into Sage 200, and support the wider finance function ahead of the October go-live. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid finance background who enjoys working in a varied role and is keen to gain exposure to a systems implementation project. Key Responsibilities Process and maintain Accounts Payable invoices within QuickBooks and support the transition to Sage 200 Reconcile balance sheet and other control accounts Prepare and consolidate financial data using Excel for migration into Sage 200 Assist with the preparation of opening balances ahead of the October go-live Support the transfer and reconciliation of finance data between systems Assist with Sage 200 system testing and data validation Help develop and maintain finance procedures and records Provide day-to-day support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure finance information is accurate and up to date Skills & Experience Required Previous experience working in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or Bookkeeping role Experience processing invoices and reconciling accounts Good understanding of balance sheet reconciliations Intermediate Excel skills, including data consolidation and reconciliation Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively Good communication skills and a proactive approach Desirable Experience using Sage 200 Experience working with QuickBooks Previous exposure to finance system migrations or data transfer projects Experience supporting a busy finance team What's on Offer? Immediate start 3-month contract through to October Opportunity to gain exposure to a Sage 200 implementation project Varied role with a broad range of finance responsibilities Supportive and collaborative working environment Apply Now If you're an organised finance professional looking for a varied Accounts Assistant position within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV or contact Sophie or Ella on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Aug 09, 2026
Seasonal
Accounts Assistant 3-Months August - October 2026 Newbury Due to continued growth and an upcoming Sage 200 implementation, our client is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the finance team during a busy period and assist with the transition from QuickBooks to Sage 200. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will provide day-to-day finance support, assist with account reconciliations, help prepare data for migration into Sage 200, and support the wider finance function ahead of the October go-live. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid finance background who enjoys working in a varied role and is keen to gain exposure to a systems implementation project. Key Responsibilities Process and maintain Accounts Payable invoices within QuickBooks and support the transition to Sage 200 Reconcile balance sheet and other control accounts Prepare and consolidate financial data using Excel for migration into Sage 200 Assist with the preparation of opening balances ahead of the October go-live Support the transfer and reconciliation of finance data between systems Assist with Sage 200 system testing and data validation Help develop and maintain finance procedures and records Provide day-to-day support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure finance information is accurate and up to date Skills & Experience Required Previous experience working in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or Bookkeeping role Experience processing invoices and reconciling accounts Good understanding of balance sheet reconciliations Intermediate Excel skills, including data consolidation and reconciliation Strong attention to detail and accurate data entry skills Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively Good communication skills and a proactive approach Desirable Experience using Sage 200 Experience working with QuickBooks Previous exposure to finance system migrations or data transfer projects Experience supporting a busy finance team What's on Offer? Immediate start 3-month contract through to October Opportunity to gain exposure to a Sage 200 implementation project Varied role with a broad range of finance responsibilities Supportive and collaborative working environment Apply Now If you're an organised finance professional looking for a varied Accounts Assistant position within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your CV or contact Sophie or Ella on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.
Interim HRA Projects Lead Local Government 6 month contract 650 per day 1-2 day a week on site (London) About the client Morgan Law is seeking an Interim HRA Projects Lead for a local authority in the London area. Accountabilities Ensuring the requirements of the Council's financial strategy are met Deputise for and support the Head of Finance to deliver an expert professional service to the Housing service area in order to support the development, management and delivery of Council services Support the creation and monitoring of the Councils HRA 30 Year Business Plan Provide a broad range of strategic, corporate, and departmental financial planning, and budgeting services Support the long-term Capital Investment Strategy and lead on the Housing Capital Programme monitoring and capital financing Work collaboratively with Directors and Heads of Service in their departments and to members to ensure an integral part of decision making and a key player in all major pieces of work and projects Provide advice and support regarding the financial aspects of local systems. To ensure processes and procedures are robust, confirm to best professional practice and provide value for money Evaluate legislative and policy changes and assess the financial impact on the service Candidate Requirements CCAB or CIMA Qualified with post qualification finance / accounting experience (E) Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong HRA (Housing, Revenue, Accounts) experience working in a local authority organisation (E) Strong strategic FBP experience working in a local authority organisation (E) Immediately available for work (E)
Aug 09, 2026
Contractor
Interim HRA Projects Lead Local Government 6 month contract 650 per day 1-2 day a week on site (London) About the client Morgan Law is seeking an Interim HRA Projects Lead for a local authority in the London area. Accountabilities Ensuring the requirements of the Council's financial strategy are met Deputise for and support the Head of Finance to deliver an expert professional service to the Housing service area in order to support the development, management and delivery of Council services Support the creation and monitoring of the Councils HRA 30 Year Business Plan Provide a broad range of strategic, corporate, and departmental financial planning, and budgeting services Support the long-term Capital Investment Strategy and lead on the Housing Capital Programme monitoring and capital financing Work collaboratively with Directors and Heads of Service in their departments and to members to ensure an integral part of decision making and a key player in all major pieces of work and projects Provide advice and support regarding the financial aspects of local systems. To ensure processes and procedures are robust, confirm to best professional practice and provide value for money Evaluate legislative and policy changes and assess the financial impact on the service Candidate Requirements CCAB or CIMA Qualified with post qualification finance / accounting experience (E) Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong HRA (Housing, Revenue, Accounts) experience working in a local authority organisation (E) Strong strategic FBP experience working in a local authority organisation (E) Immediately available for work (E)
RM Recruit is recruiting on behalf of our Nottingham based client, who are looking for an experienced Senior Client Accountant to spearhead an exciting period of growth on a permanent basis. Our client is expanding rapidly and needs a skilled professional to lead the financial setup and onboarding of a major new portfolio. This role offers excellent long-term career progression, with immediate plans to build a dedicated sub-team around this position. Main duties include: Taking full ownership of the financial mobilisation for 20 to 25 new properties ahead of their go-live date. Setting up 23 new properties from scratch, inputting all leases and tenant data onto the system. Acting as the primary financial contact and working closely with external managing agents. Service Charge Management: Managing end-to-end service charge accounts and reconciliations. Working with senior management to recruit, onboard, and manage two junior accounts assistants to support the growing portfolio. Business Partnering with wider stakeholders in translating complex jargon to non finance stakeholders Project accounting including working with other areas of the business to support review and spend As the ideal candidate, you will have proven experience as a Senior Client Accountant or Senior Property Accountant. Strong, demonstrable experience in property mobilisation and onboarding new portfolios is preferred however not essential. Ideally, you will have a solid background in service charge accounting and experience using property management software (TRAMPS experience is highly desirable, though other systems will be considered). You will be proactive by nature and have a structured approach with the ability to work independently to tight deadlines. Our client offers a competitive package including hybrid working 2/3 days per week in the office. This role represents an excellent opportunity for you to build, shape, and lead your own sub-team whilst working in a supportive and progressive business. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
RM Recruit is recruiting on behalf of our Nottingham based client, who are looking for an experienced Senior Client Accountant to spearhead an exciting period of growth on a permanent basis. Our client is expanding rapidly and needs a skilled professional to lead the financial setup and onboarding of a major new portfolio. This role offers excellent long-term career progression, with immediate plans to build a dedicated sub-team around this position. Main duties include: Taking full ownership of the financial mobilisation for 20 to 25 new properties ahead of their go-live date. Setting up 23 new properties from scratch, inputting all leases and tenant data onto the system. Acting as the primary financial contact and working closely with external managing agents. Service Charge Management: Managing end-to-end service charge accounts and reconciliations. Working with senior management to recruit, onboard, and manage two junior accounts assistants to support the growing portfolio. Business Partnering with wider stakeholders in translating complex jargon to non finance stakeholders Project accounting including working with other areas of the business to support review and spend As the ideal candidate, you will have proven experience as a Senior Client Accountant or Senior Property Accountant. Strong, demonstrable experience in property mobilisation and onboarding new portfolios is preferred however not essential. Ideally, you will have a solid background in service charge accounting and experience using property management software (TRAMPS experience is highly desirable, though other systems will be considered). You will be proactive by nature and have a structured approach with the ability to work independently to tight deadlines. Our client offers a competitive package including hybrid working 2/3 days per week in the office. This role represents an excellent opportunity for you to build, shape, and lead your own sub-team whilst working in a supportive and progressive business. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.
Finance Manager Want to join a fast paced growth company in the Financial sector? The Role Finance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and reporting, while managing and developing a small team. This is a hands-on role with direct management responsibility for two junior finance team. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Ensure compliance with financial regulations FCA, accounting standards and tax requirements Manage cash flow, working capital and day-to-day banking Monitor costs and identify efficiency savings Line-manage and develop two junior finance team members Liaise with auditors, HMRC and other external stakeholders Improve and maintain finance systems and processes Key Requirements Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience Prior experience in a hands-on finance management role, ideally within Finance or Insurance Solid technical accounting knowledge and strong Excel skills Strong communication skills, able to explain finance clearly to non-finance colleagues Position is On-Site working Career opportunities are excellent. Very quickly you can be contributing to forecasting and strategy, moving to a Head of Finance / Financial Director role within this company
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Want to join a fast paced growth company in the Financial sector? The Role Finance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and reporting, while managing and developing a small team. This is a hands-on role with direct management responsibility for two junior finance team. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Ensure compliance with financial regulations FCA, accounting standards and tax requirements Manage cash flow, working capital and day-to-day banking Monitor costs and identify efficiency savings Line-manage and develop two junior finance team members Liaise with auditors, HMRC and other external stakeholders Improve and maintain finance systems and processes Key Requirements Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience Prior experience in a hands-on finance management role, ideally within Finance or Insurance Solid technical accounting knowledge and strong Excel skills Strong communication skills, able to explain finance clearly to non-finance colleagues Position is On-Site working Career opportunities are excellent. Very quickly you can be contributing to forecasting and strategy, moving to a Head of Finance / Financial Director role within this company
This Customer Account Executive opportunity is a hands-on, people-first role for someone who thrives on getting things right for their clients - from the moment an order is placed through to delivery and beyond. You will build genuine relationships, take pride in the detail, and be the kind of person your customers know they can rely on. If you come from a manufacturing or product-based background, have hands-on experience processing sales orders on a business software platform (such as Sage or SAP), and customer service is at the core of everything you do, we would love to hear from you. The Role As a Customer Account Executive, you will take full ownership of a portfolio of clients - each with their own needs and processes - seeing every order through from placement to delivery and providing attentive aftercare every step of the way. You will be the first point of contact your clients turn to for anything order-related - trusted, responsive, and always one step ahead. This is a full-time, office-based role, Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00. Key Responsibilities - Customer Account Executive Receive and process customer purchase orders, raising multiple sales orders accurately within a business software platform (e.g. Sage, SAP), including manual data entry, product look-up, pricing input, and delivery address checks Serve as the primary point of contact for a defined portfolio of clients, each with differing needs and process requirements, building trusted, long-term relationships Manage the full order-to-delivery cycle - keeping customers updated, managing outstanding orders, and proactively resolving issues before they reach the customer Provide outstanding after-sales support - handling queries, concerns, and follow-ups with care and professionalism Liaise closely with sales, finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and warehouse teams to ensure client expectations are always met Support coordination of deliveries, with exposure to liaising with hauliers/freight forwarders and export paperwork considered a strong advantage Handle customer feedback constructively, acting as the client's voice internally to drive service improvements Maintain accurate records within the CRM system, ensuring all account activity and correspondence is up to date Prepare quotes, reports, and client-facing documentation as required Support the wider team with account administration and any ad hoc tasks What We're Looking For Essential: Proven, hands-on experience receiving and processing customer purchase orders, and raising multiple sales orders within a business software platform such as Sage or SAP - including manual order entry, product selection, pricing look-up, and delivery address checks Experience owning a set portfolio of customers with differing needs and process requirements - communicating updates, managing outstanding orders, and acting as first point of contact for order queries Happy to work full-time in the office, Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00 Also important (some experience or understanding is welcomed, but not essential at an advanced level): Exposure to working cross-functionally with sales, finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and/or warehouse teams, with a general commercial awareness of how these functions connect Some understanding or experience of logistics - for example, coordinating deliveries, liaising with hauliers or freight forwarders, or awareness of export paperwork and country-specific export requirements (full expertise not required, but an interest or basic grounding is a plus) Also valued: Previous experience as an Account Manager, Customer Service, Logistics, or Sales Support professional within a manufacturing, production, or product distribution environment Exceptional customer service skills: warm, professional, patient, and solutions-focused at all times A natural relationship-builder who takes genuine pride in being reliable and responsive for clients Able to juggle multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously, staying calm and organised under pressure Hands-on and adaptable - happy to roll up your sleeves and get into the detail when needed Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Proven experience in complaint resolution - able to handle difficult situations with empathy and professionalism Comfortable working with CRM systems, order management tools, and Microsoft Office What's On Offer This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced customer service professional with strong account and order management skills. As a Customer Account Executive, you will join a business that genuinely values the relationships it builds - with its clients and its people. The package includes: Salary 34,000 + performance-based bonus Pension scheme Full-time, office-based, Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00 A supportive, close-knit team environment A role where your contribution is visible and your clients genuinely value what you do Sound like you? Apply today and take the next step in your career.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
This Customer Account Executive opportunity is a hands-on, people-first role for someone who thrives on getting things right for their clients - from the moment an order is placed through to delivery and beyond. You will build genuine relationships, take pride in the detail, and be the kind of person your customers know they can rely on. If you come from a manufacturing or product-based background, have hands-on experience processing sales orders on a business software platform (such as Sage or SAP), and customer service is at the core of everything you do, we would love to hear from you. The Role As a Customer Account Executive, you will take full ownership of a portfolio of clients - each with their own needs and processes - seeing every order through from placement to delivery and providing attentive aftercare every step of the way. You will be the first point of contact your clients turn to for anything order-related - trusted, responsive, and always one step ahead. This is a full-time, office-based role, Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00. Key Responsibilities - Customer Account Executive Receive and process customer purchase orders, raising multiple sales orders accurately within a business software platform (e.g. Sage, SAP), including manual data entry, product look-up, pricing input, and delivery address checks Serve as the primary point of contact for a defined portfolio of clients, each with differing needs and process requirements, building trusted, long-term relationships Manage the full order-to-delivery cycle - keeping customers updated, managing outstanding orders, and proactively resolving issues before they reach the customer Provide outstanding after-sales support - handling queries, concerns, and follow-ups with care and professionalism Liaise closely with sales, finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and warehouse teams to ensure client expectations are always met Support coordination of deliveries, with exposure to liaising with hauliers/freight forwarders and export paperwork considered a strong advantage Handle customer feedback constructively, acting as the client's voice internally to drive service improvements Maintain accurate records within the CRM system, ensuring all account activity and correspondence is up to date Prepare quotes, reports, and client-facing documentation as required Support the wider team with account administration and any ad hoc tasks What We're Looking For Essential: Proven, hands-on experience receiving and processing customer purchase orders, and raising multiple sales orders within a business software platform such as Sage or SAP - including manual order entry, product selection, pricing look-up, and delivery address checks Experience owning a set portfolio of customers with differing needs and process requirements - communicating updates, managing outstanding orders, and acting as first point of contact for order queries Happy to work full-time in the office, Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00 Also important (some experience or understanding is welcomed, but not essential at an advanced level): Exposure to working cross-functionally with sales, finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and/or warehouse teams, with a general commercial awareness of how these functions connect Some understanding or experience of logistics - for example, coordinating deliveries, liaising with hauliers or freight forwarders, or awareness of export paperwork and country-specific export requirements (full expertise not required, but an interest or basic grounding is a plus) Also valued: Previous experience as an Account Manager, Customer Service, Logistics, or Sales Support professional within a manufacturing, production, or product distribution environment Exceptional customer service skills: warm, professional, patient, and solutions-focused at all times A natural relationship-builder who takes genuine pride in being reliable and responsive for clients Able to juggle multiple accounts and priorities simultaneously, staying calm and organised under pressure Hands-on and adaptable - happy to roll up your sleeves and get into the detail when needed Strong communicator, both written and verbal, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Proven experience in complaint resolution - able to handle difficult situations with empathy and professionalism Comfortable working with CRM systems, order management tools, and Microsoft Office What's On Offer This is a wonderful opportunity for an experienced customer service professional with strong account and order management skills. As a Customer Account Executive, you will join a business that genuinely values the relationships it builds - with its clients and its people. The package includes: Salary 34,000 + performance-based bonus Pension scheme Full-time, office-based, Monday to Friday, 08:30-17:00 A supportive, close-knit team environment A role where your contribution is visible and your clients genuinely value what you do Sound like you? Apply today and take the next step in your career.
Head of Finance Shrewsbury £70 90,000 + Car + Bonus + BUPA Seymour John has been exclusively retained to recruit a Head of Finance for Budgen Motors . Budgen Motors is a long-established, family-run automotive retail and aftersales business operating across Shrewsbury and Telford. Representing a strong portfolio of brands including Peugeot, Citroen, Renault, MG, Dacia and used cars and vans, the business has built an excellent reputation for customer service, community involvement and manufacturer performance. This is an important appointment at an exciting stage in Budgen s development. The business is pursuing significant growth opportunities, including the launch of additional Stellantis brands from a new Shrewsbury site this September, expansion in the regional business fleet market, continued development of its aftersales operation, and the adoption of automation and AI-led systems improvements. Whilst current turnover is just north of £80m, 2027 will see the business drive sales to considerably over the £100m mark. The Role Reporting to the Managing Director, the Head of Finance will lead the finance and vehicle administration function, managing a team of seven and ensuring the business has timely, accurate and commercially useful financial information. This is a hands-on senior finance role, suited to someone who is comfortable operating close to the detail while also influencing strategic and operational decision-making. The successful candidate will take ownership of management accounts, financial controls, budgets, forecasts, cash forecasting, banking relationships, stock finance, insurance matters and transactional integrity across a high-volume automotive environment. Just as importantly, they will work closely with operational teams to improve performance, strengthen processes, support profitable growth and help the business make better use of data, systems and automation. Key Responsibilities Lead, support and develop the finance and vehicle administration team. Produce timely, accurate and insightful management accounts and reporting. Maintain strong financial control across transactions, costs, manufacturer debt, warranty debt and stock-related processes. Prepare budgets, forecasts and short-term cash forecasts. Build effective relationships with sales, aftersales and operational teams to improve communication, process efficiency and commercial outcomes. Support performance improvement across areas such as parts margin, used car margin, aftersales productivity and customer retention. Lead or support finance transformation, automation and systems improvement projects. Provide financial insight into growth opportunities, including new brands, fleet development and possible acquisition opportunities. About You You will be an experienced finance leader who enjoys being close to the business, not just reporting the numbers. You will be comfortable managing the fundamentals of a well-run finance function while also challenging, influencing and improving how the business operates. Automotive retail experience would be highly relevant, although candidates from other high-volume, operationally complex environments may also be considered. Strong Excel and Microsoft 365 skills are expected, while experience with Power BI, SQL, automation tools or dealer management systems would be advantageous. Why Join Budgen Motors? This is a genuine opportunity to join a well-established, community-focused business with strong brand relationships, ambitious growth plans and a clear appetite for improvement. For the right person, there is progression available towards Finance Director, once the core finance function is operating at the right level and the role is adding broader commercial value to the business. Package Base salary: £70,000 £90,000 depending on experience and proven impact. Company car available. Modest bonus linked to agreed deliverables. Full family private BUPA healthcare. Standard pension contribution. How to Apply Seymour John is acting as sole agent for Budgen Motors on this appointment. For a confidential discussion, please contact Lee Walker.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Head of Finance Shrewsbury £70 90,000 + Car + Bonus + BUPA Seymour John has been exclusively retained to recruit a Head of Finance for Budgen Motors . Budgen Motors is a long-established, family-run automotive retail and aftersales business operating across Shrewsbury and Telford. Representing a strong portfolio of brands including Peugeot, Citroen, Renault, MG, Dacia and used cars and vans, the business has built an excellent reputation for customer service, community involvement and manufacturer performance. This is an important appointment at an exciting stage in Budgen s development. The business is pursuing significant growth opportunities, including the launch of additional Stellantis brands from a new Shrewsbury site this September, expansion in the regional business fleet market, continued development of its aftersales operation, and the adoption of automation and AI-led systems improvements. Whilst current turnover is just north of £80m, 2027 will see the business drive sales to considerably over the £100m mark. The Role Reporting to the Managing Director, the Head of Finance will lead the finance and vehicle administration function, managing a team of seven and ensuring the business has timely, accurate and commercially useful financial information. This is a hands-on senior finance role, suited to someone who is comfortable operating close to the detail while also influencing strategic and operational decision-making. The successful candidate will take ownership of management accounts, financial controls, budgets, forecasts, cash forecasting, banking relationships, stock finance, insurance matters and transactional integrity across a high-volume automotive environment. Just as importantly, they will work closely with operational teams to improve performance, strengthen processes, support profitable growth and help the business make better use of data, systems and automation. Key Responsibilities Lead, support and develop the finance and vehicle administration team. Produce timely, accurate and insightful management accounts and reporting. Maintain strong financial control across transactions, costs, manufacturer debt, warranty debt and stock-related processes. Prepare budgets, forecasts and short-term cash forecasts. Build effective relationships with sales, aftersales and operational teams to improve communication, process efficiency and commercial outcomes. Support performance improvement across areas such as parts margin, used car margin, aftersales productivity and customer retention. Lead or support finance transformation, automation and systems improvement projects. Provide financial insight into growth opportunities, including new brands, fleet development and possible acquisition opportunities. About You You will be an experienced finance leader who enjoys being close to the business, not just reporting the numbers. You will be comfortable managing the fundamentals of a well-run finance function while also challenging, influencing and improving how the business operates. Automotive retail experience would be highly relevant, although candidates from other high-volume, operationally complex environments may also be considered. Strong Excel and Microsoft 365 skills are expected, while experience with Power BI, SQL, automation tools or dealer management systems would be advantageous. Why Join Budgen Motors? This is a genuine opportunity to join a well-established, community-focused business with strong brand relationships, ambitious growth plans and a clear appetite for improvement. For the right person, there is progression available towards Finance Director, once the core finance function is operating at the right level and the role is adding broader commercial value to the business. Package Base salary: £70,000 £90,000 depending on experience and proven impact. Company car available. Modest bonus linked to agreed deliverables. Full family private BUPA healthcare. Standard pension contribution. How to Apply Seymour John is acting as sole agent for Budgen Motors on this appointment. For a confidential discussion, please contact Lee Walker.
A highly regarded hospitality and events organisation operating from one of the most impressive and distinctive venues in the Farnham area. Set within beautiful historic surrounding, the location offers a working environment that is genuinely unlike a traditional office setting. Not only will you be working within the enviable environment, but you will be working in a very collaborative and cohesive team. You will take full ownership of its finance function. This is a broad and highly visible position combining financial control, management reporting, commercial business partnering and hands-on operational accounting. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the successful candidate will provide clear financial insight, maintain robust controls and support informed commercial decision-making across the organisation. Job Title: Head of Finance Job Type : Permanent Location : Farnham Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 Reference no: 6126 Head of Finance - Benefits Senior and highly visible position within an established hospitality business Direct exposure to the Board of Directors Full ownership of the finance function Opportunity to influence financial controls, systems and commercial decision-making Broad role combining strategic input with hands-on accounting Support from a part-time Finance Assistant Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home. Hours: 09.30 am - 17:30 25 days annual leave Private health cover Discretionary bonus Head of Finance - About The Role The successful Head of Finance will take responsibility for the complete day-to-day financial management of the organisation, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls and full compliance with statutory requirements. You will act as a key business partner to Board of Directors, providing commercial insight, challenging financial performance and supporting the delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives. This is a hands-on role that will require the successful candidate to manage the monthly reporting cycle while retaining oversight of payroll, invoicing, cash flow, supplier payments, revenue recognition and financial controls. Responsibilities will include: Producing accurate monthly management accounts, including the profit and loss account, balance sheet and supporting schedules Preparing the monthly accounts pack and presenting financial performance to the Board in a deck slide formation Leading the annual budgeting process and completing monthly forecast updates Producing cash flow forecasts and identifying potential financial risks and opportunities Analysing financial results, investigating variances and recommending appropriate actions Providing commercial support and financial insight to Heads of Department Developing and maintaining effective financial controls, processes and accounting policies Managing year-end statutory accounts, audit requirements and tax matters in conjunction with external advisers Ensuring compliance with PAYE, National Insurance, workplace pensions, VAT and other statutory obligations Processing monthly payroll for permanent and casual employees Managing pension submissions and payments through NEST Overseeing client invoicing, receipts, deferred revenue and credit control Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations Managing supplier reconciliations, payment runs and credit card expenditure Maintaining accruals, prepayments and the fixed asset register Managing monthly stock takes and calculating food and beverage cost of sales Preparing profit and loss reporting in USALI format Ensuring all balance sheet accounts are reconciled and fully supported Completing quarterly VAT returns Coordinating finance-related projects and process improvements Managing and developing the part-time Finance Assistant Representing finance at weekly operational meetings Supporting the administration of casual workers, including starter documentation, payroll information and right-to-work records The successful Head of Finance will have: A minimum of five years' experience within a self-accounting finance environment Previous financial management experience gained within hospitality, events, hotels or a similarly operational business Experience producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting Strong working knowledge of balance sheet controls, payroll, VAT and statutory compliance The ability to operate at both a strategic and detailed transactional level Experience working with senior leadership teams and presenting financial information to directors Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge and influence operational decisions Experience managing or supervising a member of a finance team Advanced Excel skills and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Experience using Xero, Sage or a comparable accounting system Knowledge of property management, venue management or point-of-sale systems would be advantageous Familiarity with USALI reporting would be beneficial Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. Terms and conditions apply
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
A highly regarded hospitality and events organisation operating from one of the most impressive and distinctive venues in the Farnham area. Set within beautiful historic surrounding, the location offers a working environment that is genuinely unlike a traditional office setting. Not only will you be working within the enviable environment, but you will be working in a very collaborative and cohesive team. You will take full ownership of its finance function. This is a broad and highly visible position combining financial control, management reporting, commercial business partnering and hands-on operational accounting. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the successful candidate will provide clear financial insight, maintain robust controls and support informed commercial decision-making across the organisation. Job Title: Head of Finance Job Type : Permanent Location : Farnham Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 Reference no: 6126 Head of Finance - Benefits Senior and highly visible position within an established hospitality business Direct exposure to the Board of Directors Full ownership of the finance function Opportunity to influence financial controls, systems and commercial decision-making Broad role combining strategic input with hands-on accounting Support from a part-time Finance Assistant Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home. Hours: 09.30 am - 17:30 25 days annual leave Private health cover Discretionary bonus Head of Finance - About The Role The successful Head of Finance will take responsibility for the complete day-to-day financial management of the organisation, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls and full compliance with statutory requirements. You will act as a key business partner to Board of Directors, providing commercial insight, challenging financial performance and supporting the delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives. This is a hands-on role that will require the successful candidate to manage the monthly reporting cycle while retaining oversight of payroll, invoicing, cash flow, supplier payments, revenue recognition and financial controls. Responsibilities will include: Producing accurate monthly management accounts, including the profit and loss account, balance sheet and supporting schedules Preparing the monthly accounts pack and presenting financial performance to the Board in a deck slide formation Leading the annual budgeting process and completing monthly forecast updates Producing cash flow forecasts and identifying potential financial risks and opportunities Analysing financial results, investigating variances and recommending appropriate actions Providing commercial support and financial insight to Heads of Department Developing and maintaining effective financial controls, processes and accounting policies Managing year-end statutory accounts, audit requirements and tax matters in conjunction with external advisers Ensuring compliance with PAYE, National Insurance, workplace pensions, VAT and other statutory obligations Processing monthly payroll for permanent and casual employees Managing pension submissions and payments through NEST Overseeing client invoicing, receipts, deferred revenue and credit control Completing daily and monthly bank reconciliations Managing supplier reconciliations, payment runs and credit card expenditure Maintaining accruals, prepayments and the fixed asset register Managing monthly stock takes and calculating food and beverage cost of sales Preparing profit and loss reporting in USALI format Ensuring all balance sheet accounts are reconciled and fully supported Completing quarterly VAT returns Coordinating finance-related projects and process improvements Managing and developing the part-time Finance Assistant Representing finance at weekly operational meetings Supporting the administration of casual workers, including starter documentation, payroll information and right-to-work records The successful Head of Finance will have: A minimum of five years' experience within a self-accounting finance environment Previous financial management experience gained within hospitality, events, hotels or a similarly operational business Experience producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting Strong working knowledge of balance sheet controls, payroll, VAT and statutory compliance The ability to operate at both a strategic and detailed transactional level Experience working with senior leadership teams and presenting financial information to directors Strong commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge and influence operational decisions Experience managing or supervising a member of a finance team Advanced Excel skills and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Experience using Xero, Sage or a comparable accounting system Knowledge of property management, venue management or point-of-sale systems would be advantageous Familiarity with USALI reporting would be beneficial Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. Terms and conditions apply
We're recruiting for a Project Accountant to join a flagship rail infrastructure programme delivering the next generation of Piccadilly Line trains as part of the Deep Tube Upgrade Programme (DTUP), on a 14 month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high-performing finance team supporting one of the UK's most significant engineering projects. You'll work closely with project managers, commercial teams and finance colleagues, providing accurate financial information that drives key business decisions and supports the successful delivery of a complex, multi-million-pound programme. If you're a proactive, commercially aware finance professional who enjoys working in a project environment, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As Project Accountant, you'll take ownership of key financial activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate reporting, forecasting and financial control. Your responsibilities will include: Managing month-end financial close activities Preparing and posting journals within SAP Producing financial reports, including Orders on Hand and DASH reporting Analysing month-end financial performance and project results Supporting project forecasting and estimate-at-completion (EAC) activities Monitoring project costs and maintaining strong financial control Managing purchase orders and tracking project expenditure Completing balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring financial compliance Supporting revenue recognition and contract accounting activities Assisting with project cash flow forecasting and financial planning Identifying project risks and supporting financial risk management Working collaboratively with Project Managers and Commercial teams to improve financial performance and reporting processes About You We're looking for a finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience supporting complex projects. Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline Part-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) Approximately 2-5 years' accounting or finance experience Experience within a project accounting or project finance environment Strong understanding of month-end accounting and financial reporting SAP experience Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take ownership Desirable Power BI experience Experience within engineering, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure or other project-based industries What We're Looking For This role is centred around project accounting within a complex, high-value programme environment. To be successful, candidates should be able to demonstrate tangible experience managing project finances and contributing to commercial decision-making. When applying, your CV should clearly evidence: The size and complexity of projects or project portfolios you've supported The financial value or budgets you have managed or reported on Quantifiable achievements and the impact your work has had on project or business performance Candidates with experience across the full project lifecycle will be particularly well suited. We are especially interested in individuals who can demonstrate hands-on experience with: Estimate at Completion (EAC) preparation and management Project cost control and financial performance monitoring Revenue recognition Contract accounting Project financial risk management Cash flow forecasting These areas will form a key part of the interview process, so applicants should be prepared to discuss specific examples that demonstrate their direct involvement and the outcomes they achieved. Excel Assessment Strong Excel skills are essential for this position. As part of the application process, candidates are required to complete three Excel pre-screening questions. Responses should be submitted on a coversheet and included ahead of the CV. These questions are designed to assess practical Excel knowledge relevant to the Project Accountant role and will be reviewed before candidates progress to interview. What's on Offer Opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest rail infrastructure programmes Hybrid working (typically three days in the office) Collaborative and supportive finance team Exposure to complex project accounting within a global engineering business Training on internal systems and processes Fixed-term opportunity through to September 2027 with genuine responsibility from day one If you're looking to develop your career in project finance while working on a nationally significant programme, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 09, 2026
Contractor
We're recruiting for a Project Accountant to join a flagship rail infrastructure programme delivering the next generation of Piccadilly Line trains as part of the Deep Tube Upgrade Programme (DTUP), on a 14 month fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high-performing finance team supporting one of the UK's most significant engineering projects. You'll work closely with project managers, commercial teams and finance colleagues, providing accurate financial information that drives key business decisions and supports the successful delivery of a complex, multi-million-pound programme. If you're a proactive, commercially aware finance professional who enjoys working in a project environment, we'd love to hear from you. The Role As Project Accountant, you'll take ownership of key financial activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate reporting, forecasting and financial control. Your responsibilities will include: Managing month-end financial close activities Preparing and posting journals within SAP Producing financial reports, including Orders on Hand and DASH reporting Analysing month-end financial performance and project results Supporting project forecasting and estimate-at-completion (EAC) activities Monitoring project costs and maintaining strong financial control Managing purchase orders and tracking project expenditure Completing balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring financial compliance Supporting revenue recognition and contract accounting activities Assisting with project cash flow forecasting and financial planning Identifying project risks and supporting financial risk management Working collaboratively with Project Managers and Commercial teams to improve financial performance and reporting processes About You We're looking for a finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience supporting complex projects. Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline Part-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) Approximately 2-5 years' accounting or finance experience Experience within a project accounting or project finance environment Strong understanding of month-end accounting and financial reporting SAP experience Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take ownership Desirable Power BI experience Experience within engineering, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure or other project-based industries What We're Looking For This role is centred around project accounting within a complex, high-value programme environment. To be successful, candidates should be able to demonstrate tangible experience managing project finances and contributing to commercial decision-making. When applying, your CV should clearly evidence: The size and complexity of projects or project portfolios you've supported The financial value or budgets you have managed or reported on Quantifiable achievements and the impact your work has had on project or business performance Candidates with experience across the full project lifecycle will be particularly well suited. We are especially interested in individuals who can demonstrate hands-on experience with: Estimate at Completion (EAC) preparation and management Project cost control and financial performance monitoring Revenue recognition Contract accounting Project financial risk management Cash flow forecasting These areas will form a key part of the interview process, so applicants should be prepared to discuss specific examples that demonstrate their direct involvement and the outcomes they achieved. Excel Assessment Strong Excel skills are essential for this position. As part of the application process, candidates are required to complete three Excel pre-screening questions. Responses should be submitted on a coversheet and included ahead of the CV. These questions are designed to assess practical Excel knowledge relevant to the Project Accountant role and will be reviewed before candidates progress to interview. What's on Offer Opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest rail infrastructure programmes Hybrid working (typically three days in the office) Collaborative and supportive finance team Exposure to complex project accounting within a global engineering business Training on internal systems and processes Fixed-term opportunity through to September 2027 with genuine responsibility from day one If you're looking to develop your career in project finance while working on a nationally significant programme, we'd love to hear from you.
This fast-growing, reputable organisation based in Farnham are seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. This is a newly created position due to further company expansion, and you will be joining a vibrant & high-performing business. Furthermore, this role will be offered on a hybrid working scheme and also comes with a brilliant benefits package. A fantastic role for an experienced, qualified individual that is now looking for their next long-term opportunity. Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Reference no: 16125 Finance Manager Benefits 31 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working scheme Health cash plan Enhanced pension scheme Career growth opportunities Car parking onsite Finance Manager About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Head of Finance, and you will be required to oversee a small finance team. The ideal candidate would have come from a medium-large company background and possess strong technical accounting skills. Your key responsibilities will be: Supporting with the full preparation & production of the monthly management accounts. Lead and prepare the annual budget, providing full commentary to senior management. Prepare financial reporting documentation in accordance with financial regulations. Support the FD and finance function in financial processes to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance. Support with the development and implementation of financial systems, processes and controls. Co-ordinate information to support with the annual audit. Ensure that all necessary statutory and other returns, reports and documentation are completed. Providing both technical and motivational leadership to finance staff. The successful Finance Manager will have: Previous experience in a similar role A full ACA/ACCA/CIMA accounting qualification Experience in a medium-large sized organisation Strong technical accounting skills High level of attention to detail Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
This fast-growing, reputable organisation based in Farnham are seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. This is a newly created position due to further company expansion, and you will be joining a vibrant & high-performing business. Furthermore, this role will be offered on a hybrid working scheme and also comes with a brilliant benefits package. A fantastic role for an experienced, qualified individual that is now looking for their next long-term opportunity. Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Farnham, Surrey Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum Reference no: 16125 Finance Manager Benefits 31 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid working scheme Health cash plan Enhanced pension scheme Career growth opportunities Car parking onsite Finance Manager About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Head of Finance, and you will be required to oversee a small finance team. The ideal candidate would have come from a medium-large company background and possess strong technical accounting skills. Your key responsibilities will be: Supporting with the full preparation & production of the monthly management accounts. Lead and prepare the annual budget, providing full commentary to senior management. Prepare financial reporting documentation in accordance with financial regulations. Support the FD and finance function in financial processes to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance. Support with the development and implementation of financial systems, processes and controls. Co-ordinate information to support with the annual audit. Ensure that all necessary statutory and other returns, reports and documentation are completed. Providing both technical and motivational leadership to finance staff. The successful Finance Manager will have: Previous experience in a similar role A full ACA/ACCA/CIMA accounting qualification Experience in a medium-large sized organisation Strong technical accounting skills High level of attention to detail Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
The Eventus Recruitment Group
Newark, Nottinghamshire
Eventus Legal are seeking a Conveyancer to join a well-established and expanding Residential Property team in the beautiful historic town of Newark, Nottinghamshire. This is a full-time, permanent Conveyancer position offering high quality and value cases at manageable low volumes. Benefits include flexible and hybrid working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension and a competitive salary in line with previous experience (guideline up to £45,000). Job Responsibilities As an experienced Conveyancer in Newark, Nottinghamshire your new job will see you take responsibility for your own low volume caseload of high quality residential conveyancing transactions. You will manage each matter through the full conveyancing process right through to completion. You will be fully supported by the wider conveyancing team, which is headed up by an experienced Partner, and have a wealth of experience around you to provide assistance with more complex transactions. Specific duties will include: Manage your own caseload of residential conveyancing transactions including sale and purchase, leasehold and freehold, right to buy, shared ownership, remortgage and transfer of equity Drafting all relevant documentation and SDLT forms Providing clear and accurate advice to clients Build and maintain strong relationships with clients Liaising with estate agents, solicitors, lenders, and other third parties Person Specification Applications are sought from experienced Conveyancers in Newark, Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas within commutable distance. You will be able to demonstrate a solid understanding of residential conveyancing processes and have ideally managed your own caseload or assisted heavily on a caseload previously and be looking to take a step up. Conveyancer with 2+ years experience or a Conveyancing Paralegal with considerable conveyancing experience looking to step up into a fee earning role Prior experience managing a varied caseload include both leasehold and freehold files Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the conveyancing process and current regulations Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Benefits and Rewards You will be joining a modern law firm in Newark, Nottinghamshire that has a truly stellar reputation across the East Midlands region. You will consistently have exposure to high quality work and be part of a friendly, dynamic, integrated team culture. Benefits include: Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience Flexible and hybrid working 25 days holiday Pension scheme Continuous training and development opportunities Exposure to consistent high quality work About the Law A highly regarded and long established law firm with an excellent reputation across Nottinghamshire and the wider East Midlands. With long standing deep roots in the local market, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality legal services alongside a genuinely personal approach across all of their offices. The successful Conveyancer will join a busy and successful Residential Property team, working alongside experienced legal professionals within a supportive and collaborative environment. The team handles a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters and offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Conveyancer to develop their career within a respected and well established practice. They offer a friendly and professional working environment, with a strong team culture and the opportunity to become part of a business that is well respected within the local legal market. Next Steps Apply now to be considered for this new Conveyancer role in Newark, Nottinghamshire or for a confidential discussion please send your CV to Izzie Vaughan at the Eventus Recruitment Group. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years' experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found at the bottom of our website.
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Eventus Legal are seeking a Conveyancer to join a well-established and expanding Residential Property team in the beautiful historic town of Newark, Nottinghamshire. This is a full-time, permanent Conveyancer position offering high quality and value cases at manageable low volumes. Benefits include flexible and hybrid working, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension and a competitive salary in line with previous experience (guideline up to £45,000). Job Responsibilities As an experienced Conveyancer in Newark, Nottinghamshire your new job will see you take responsibility for your own low volume caseload of high quality residential conveyancing transactions. You will manage each matter through the full conveyancing process right through to completion. You will be fully supported by the wider conveyancing team, which is headed up by an experienced Partner, and have a wealth of experience around you to provide assistance with more complex transactions. Specific duties will include: Manage your own caseload of residential conveyancing transactions including sale and purchase, leasehold and freehold, right to buy, shared ownership, remortgage and transfer of equity Drafting all relevant documentation and SDLT forms Providing clear and accurate advice to clients Build and maintain strong relationships with clients Liaising with estate agents, solicitors, lenders, and other third parties Person Specification Applications are sought from experienced Conveyancers in Newark, Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas within commutable distance. You will be able to demonstrate a solid understanding of residential conveyancing processes and have ideally managed your own caseload or assisted heavily on a caseload previously and be looking to take a step up. Conveyancer with 2+ years experience or a Conveyancing Paralegal with considerable conveyancing experience looking to step up into a fee earning role Prior experience managing a varied caseload include both leasehold and freehold files Demonstrate a strong knowledge of the conveyancing process and current regulations Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Benefits and Rewards You will be joining a modern law firm in Newark, Nottinghamshire that has a truly stellar reputation across the East Midlands region. You will consistently have exposure to high quality work and be part of a friendly, dynamic, integrated team culture. Benefits include: Competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience Flexible and hybrid working 25 days holiday Pension scheme Continuous training and development opportunities Exposure to consistent high quality work About the Law A highly regarded and long established law firm with an excellent reputation across Nottinghamshire and the wider East Midlands. With long standing deep roots in the local market, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality legal services alongside a genuinely personal approach across all of their offices. The successful Conveyancer will join a busy and successful Residential Property team, working alongside experienced legal professionals within a supportive and collaborative environment. The team handles a varied caseload of residential conveyancing matters and offers an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Conveyancer to develop their career within a respected and well established practice. They offer a friendly and professional working environment, with a strong team culture and the opportunity to become part of a business that is well respected within the local legal market. Next Steps Apply now to be considered for this new Conveyancer role in Newark, Nottinghamshire or for a confidential discussion please send your CV to Izzie Vaughan at the Eventus Recruitment Group. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years' experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found at the bottom of our website.
Finance Assistant - Professional Legal / Membership company - £28k to £31k - London (Holborn area). This is an opportunity for an experienced person to join this friendly and professional small team in the Finance department of a Professional legal company. Please note that this would not suit someone that is looking to develop a career in Finance or Accounting with professional finance degrees etc, but more someone who has excellent English, accuracy, data entry and excel, with a solid background in administration and sales ledgers. A lot of this role will include talking with barristers and legal professionals, so outstanding clarity and community skills are also needed, as well as a friendly and team approach to serving its clients / members. SALARY ETC: £28k to £31k (Depending on experience) 25 days holiday BH other benefits Office based, working 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday London, Holborn area. Permanent, full-time REQUIREMENTS: Must have full right to work in the UK Must be fluent in English and excellent communication skills, as well as confidence in liaising (spoken and written) with legal professionals. At least 2 years experience in a finance or clerk role, ideally with some in the legal industry. AAT studier (desirable) Sage Line 50 experience (desirable). Experience in legal or professional services. Proficient in MS Office packages, including Excel (essential). To have a solid working background in administration and some experience in a finance department or dealing with Sales Ledger. Accuracy is essential, with good computer skills including Excel. Excellent customer service skills and confident and polite in communicating with legal professionals. GCSE/O Level or A Level standard education with good grades in Maths and English. To have experience in data inputting (with accuracy being essential) and have a team support approach. DUTIES TO INCLUDE: Communicating with legal professionals via telephone and email. Credit control and posting purchase invoices. Processing expenses, petty cash, and credit card payments. Ad hoc finance and administrative duties as required. Maintaining creditors ledger. Providing appropriate absence cover for the Head of Finance. Managing payment confirmation between solicitors and members. Posting cheque and BACS payments for members. Responding in a timely manner to queries from barristers and solicitors Liaising closely with barristers and suppliers. Preparing and setting up supplier payments Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond individually to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We sincerely thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your job search
Aug 09, 2026
Full time
Finance Assistant - Professional Legal / Membership company - £28k to £31k - London (Holborn area). This is an opportunity for an experienced person to join this friendly and professional small team in the Finance department of a Professional legal company. Please note that this would not suit someone that is looking to develop a career in Finance or Accounting with professional finance degrees etc, but more someone who has excellent English, accuracy, data entry and excel, with a solid background in administration and sales ledgers. A lot of this role will include talking with barristers and legal professionals, so outstanding clarity and community skills are also needed, as well as a friendly and team approach to serving its clients / members. SALARY ETC: £28k to £31k (Depending on experience) 25 days holiday BH other benefits Office based, working 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday London, Holborn area. Permanent, full-time REQUIREMENTS: Must have full right to work in the UK Must be fluent in English and excellent communication skills, as well as confidence in liaising (spoken and written) with legal professionals. At least 2 years experience in a finance or clerk role, ideally with some in the legal industry. AAT studier (desirable) Sage Line 50 experience (desirable). Experience in legal or professional services. Proficient in MS Office packages, including Excel (essential). To have a solid working background in administration and some experience in a finance department or dealing with Sales Ledger. Accuracy is essential, with good computer skills including Excel. Excellent customer service skills and confident and polite in communicating with legal professionals. GCSE/O Level or A Level standard education with good grades in Maths and English. To have experience in data inputting (with accuracy being essential) and have a team support approach. DUTIES TO INCLUDE: Communicating with legal professionals via telephone and email. Credit control and posting purchase invoices. Processing expenses, petty cash, and credit card payments. Ad hoc finance and administrative duties as required. Maintaining creditors ledger. Providing appropriate absence cover for the Head of Finance. Managing payment confirmation between solicitors and members. Posting cheque and BACS payments for members. Responding in a timely manner to queries from barristers and solicitors Liaising closely with barristers and suppliers. Preparing and setting up supplier payments Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are unable to respond individually to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We sincerely thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your job search
Construction / Building Services Private Equity Turnaround Strategic Finance Leadership. Business Transformation. Operational Impact. Are you a commercially sharp CFO or experienced Finance Director ready to play a pivotal role in rebuilding, transforming and scaling a Private Equity-backed business? Liftec Express - a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK - is entering an important phase of performance acceleration, operational transformation and value creation. We are now seeking a high-calibre Finance Director with strong construction, engineering or building services experience and a sound understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting. This is not a step-up opportunity or a role for someone who wants to oversee an already polished finance function. We are hiring an experienced finance leader who has previously operated as the number-one finance person within a business and already has the playbook required to lead change, strengthen controls and help rebuild the financial infrastructure. You will partner closely with the Managing Director and Private Equity stakeholders to drive financial excellence, improve operational performance and support ambitious long-term growth. This is a genuinely hands-on, high-impact leadership role within a fast-paced SME. You will operate at board level while remaining close enough to the detail to understand the numbers, challenge processes and support the team in delivering the basics brilliantly. The Role at a Glance Role: CFO / Finance Director - Qualified Location: Dartford, Kent - Hybrid, with at least three days per week at HQ Package: Competitive Base Salary + 15% Annual Bonus Paid Quarterly + Car Allowance, Pension and Extensive Benefits Hours: 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formerly part of OTIS and Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. Specialism: Independent provider of lift installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation services. Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains, major hospitals, leading facilities management providers and Ministry of Defence sites. Culture: Safety Focused Ethical Accountable Quality Driven Hands-On Your Background: Proven experience as a Finance Director, CFO or number-one finance leader within a turnaround, Private Equity-backed or high-change SME. Core Skills: ACA or ACCA qualified Construction or Engineering Accounting Percentage-of-Completion Accounting Cash and Working Capital Transformation Team Leadership About Liftec Express Liftec Express is a well-established and highly-respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS - one of the world's leading manufacturers and service providers of elevators, escalators and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R Capital. With greater agility as an independent company, Liftec Express is rebuilding its platform and preparing for a significant period of growth. The business delivers maintenance, repair, installation and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public-sector environments, including prestigious and high-profile sites. Liftec Express currently retains much of the operational infrastructure of a larger SME, while operating with the agility and resourcefulness of a smaller organisation. The successful Finance Director must therefore be equally comfortable shaping strategy, improving systems and getting personally involved in the detail. As a Private Equity-backed organisation, Liftec Express is focused on operational excellence, cash optimisation, cost control and sustainable growth. This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team during a major transformation and value-creation phase. The Opportunity: Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead the entire finance function and act as a strategic partner to the MD, senior leadership team and Private Equity owners. You will bring clarity, discipline and commercial insight to the organisation while establishing the controls, reporting and financial infrastructure required to support future growth. This role requires someone who can operate strategically at director and board level while remaining willing to work through the underlying detail. You will not simply manage the finance function; you will strengthen, reshape and modernise it. • Provide strategic financial leadership to the Managing Director, leadership team and Private Equity stakeholders. • Take full ownership of FP&A, financial control, management reporting, compliance, audit and tax. • Deliver accurate, insightful and timely monthly management accounts. • Lead budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and long-term financial planning. • Improve cash flow, working capital, credit control and debt recovery. • Strengthen financial controls, governance, systems and core processes. • Provide robust commercial analysis to support operational and investment decisions. • Develop performance targets and value-creation initiatives across the business. • Prepare high-quality board packs and investor reporting. • Manage relationships with Private Equity stakeholders, auditors, banks and external advisors. • Support the business through restructuring, transformation and future growth. • Drive cost reduction, margin improvement and stronger P&L performance. • Lead and develop the finance team, setting high standards while providing the support required for them to succeed. • Explore opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, AI and smarter use of financial technology. The business is particularly interested in how AI, automation and improved systems could enhance areas such as credit control, debt collection, reporting and finance administration while controlling costs as the organisation grows. About You: You are a commercially astute, technically credible and execution-focused finance leader who thrives in high-change, performance-driven environments. Crucially, you have already operated as a Finance Director, CFO or number-one finance leader within an entity. This is not a first FD appointment or a conventional career-progression role. You will arrive with the experience, judgement and confidence to take ownership from the outset. • ACA or ACCA qualification. • Significant post-qualified experience, ideally including 10+ years in progressively senior finance roles. • Previous experience as a Finance Director, CFO, Head of Finance or senior finance leader with full ownership of the function. • Strong knowledge of double-entry accounting and core financial controls. • Practical experience of construction, engineering, building services or project-based accounting. • A strong understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting, contract accounting and revenue recognition. • Experience operating within a turnaround, restructuring or major business-transformation environment. • A track record of improving profitability, cash flow and working-capital performance. • Strong financial modelling, forecasting and performance-management capability. • Experience of leading and developing a sizeable finance team. • The ability to move confidently between strategic leadership and detailed operational problem-solving. • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills. • Fluent written and spoken English. A background in lift services is not essential. However, you must have experience in engineering, construction, building services, field services or a similarly project-led environment. Your Leadership Style: • You will be a visible and credible leader who sets high standards but also gives the team the support, clarity and direction required to deliver. • Leads from the front. • Takes complete ownership of outcomes. • Is not afraid to challenge, investigate or get into the detail. • Holds themselves and others accountable. • Brings energy and momentum to change. • Is analytical, evidence-led and commercially curious. • Remains open-minded, inquisitive and willing to learn. • Operates with honesty, integrity and sound judgement. • Builds trust quickly with operational colleagues, investors and external partners. • Understands that seniority does not remove the need to get the fundamentals right. Extreme ownership and doing the basics brilliantly are central to the leadership culture Liftec Express is building. Benefits: • Competitive base salary • 15% annual bonus, paid quarterly • Car allowance • Pension from day one through Aviva • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Employee Assistance Programme from day one • Death in Service cover at three times salary • Discretionary sickness scheme • Enhanced maternity and paternity provision, subject to service • Employee discounts platform • Employee referral scheme • Role-dependent incentive scheme Why Join Liftec Express? • Join the senior leadership team of a Private Equity-backed transformation business. • Work directly with the Managing Director and investors. • Make a visible impact on cash, profitability, governance and operational performance. • Rebuild and modernise a finance function rather than simply maintain one. • Shape the systems . click apply for full job details
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Construction / Building Services Private Equity Turnaround Strategic Finance Leadership. Business Transformation. Operational Impact. Are you a commercially sharp CFO or experienced Finance Director ready to play a pivotal role in rebuilding, transforming and scaling a Private Equity-backed business? Liftec Express - a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK - is entering an important phase of performance acceleration, operational transformation and value creation. We are now seeking a high-calibre Finance Director with strong construction, engineering or building services experience and a sound understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting. This is not a step-up opportunity or a role for someone who wants to oversee an already polished finance function. We are hiring an experienced finance leader who has previously operated as the number-one finance person within a business and already has the playbook required to lead change, strengthen controls and help rebuild the financial infrastructure. You will partner closely with the Managing Director and Private Equity stakeholders to drive financial excellence, improve operational performance and support ambitious long-term growth. This is a genuinely hands-on, high-impact leadership role within a fast-paced SME. You will operate at board level while remaining close enough to the detail to understand the numbers, challenge processes and support the team in delivering the basics brilliantly. The Role at a Glance Role: CFO / Finance Director - Qualified Location: Dartford, Kent - Hybrid, with at least three days per week at HQ Package: Competitive Base Salary + 15% Annual Bonus Paid Quarterly + Car Allowance, Pension and Extensive Benefits Hours: 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formerly part of OTIS and Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. Specialism: Independent provider of lift installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation services. Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains, major hospitals, leading facilities management providers and Ministry of Defence sites. Culture: Safety Focused Ethical Accountable Quality Driven Hands-On Your Background: Proven experience as a Finance Director, CFO or number-one finance leader within a turnaround, Private Equity-backed or high-change SME. Core Skills: ACA or ACCA qualified Construction or Engineering Accounting Percentage-of-Completion Accounting Cash and Working Capital Transformation Team Leadership About Liftec Express Liftec Express is a well-established and highly-respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS - one of the world's leading manufacturers and service providers of elevators, escalators and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R Capital. With greater agility as an independent company, Liftec Express is rebuilding its platform and preparing for a significant period of growth. The business delivers maintenance, repair, installation and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public-sector environments, including prestigious and high-profile sites. Liftec Express currently retains much of the operational infrastructure of a larger SME, while operating with the agility and resourcefulness of a smaller organisation. The successful Finance Director must therefore be equally comfortable shaping strategy, improving systems and getting personally involved in the detail. As a Private Equity-backed organisation, Liftec Express is focused on operational excellence, cash optimisation, cost control and sustainable growth. This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team during a major transformation and value-creation phase. The Opportunity: Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead the entire finance function and act as a strategic partner to the MD, senior leadership team and Private Equity owners. You will bring clarity, discipline and commercial insight to the organisation while establishing the controls, reporting and financial infrastructure required to support future growth. This role requires someone who can operate strategically at director and board level while remaining willing to work through the underlying detail. You will not simply manage the finance function; you will strengthen, reshape and modernise it. • Provide strategic financial leadership to the Managing Director, leadership team and Private Equity stakeholders. • Take full ownership of FP&A, financial control, management reporting, compliance, audit and tax. • Deliver accurate, insightful and timely monthly management accounts. • Lead budgeting, forecasting, scenario planning and long-term financial planning. • Improve cash flow, working capital, credit control and debt recovery. • Strengthen financial controls, governance, systems and core processes. • Provide robust commercial analysis to support operational and investment decisions. • Develop performance targets and value-creation initiatives across the business. • Prepare high-quality board packs and investor reporting. • Manage relationships with Private Equity stakeholders, auditors, banks and external advisors. • Support the business through restructuring, transformation and future growth. • Drive cost reduction, margin improvement and stronger P&L performance. • Lead and develop the finance team, setting high standards while providing the support required for them to succeed. • Explore opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, AI and smarter use of financial technology. The business is particularly interested in how AI, automation and improved systems could enhance areas such as credit control, debt collection, reporting and finance administration while controlling costs as the organisation grows. About You: You are a commercially astute, technically credible and execution-focused finance leader who thrives in high-change, performance-driven environments. Crucially, you have already operated as a Finance Director, CFO or number-one finance leader within an entity. This is not a first FD appointment or a conventional career-progression role. You will arrive with the experience, judgement and confidence to take ownership from the outset. • ACA or ACCA qualification. • Significant post-qualified experience, ideally including 10+ years in progressively senior finance roles. • Previous experience as a Finance Director, CFO, Head of Finance or senior finance leader with full ownership of the function. • Strong knowledge of double-entry accounting and core financial controls. • Practical experience of construction, engineering, building services or project-based accounting. • A strong understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting, contract accounting and revenue recognition. • Experience operating within a turnaround, restructuring or major business-transformation environment. • A track record of improving profitability, cash flow and working-capital performance. • Strong financial modelling, forecasting and performance-management capability. • Experience of leading and developing a sizeable finance team. • The ability to move confidently between strategic leadership and detailed operational problem-solving. • Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills. • Fluent written and spoken English. A background in lift services is not essential. However, you must have experience in engineering, construction, building services, field services or a similarly project-led environment. Your Leadership Style: • You will be a visible and credible leader who sets high standards but also gives the team the support, clarity and direction required to deliver. • Leads from the front. • Takes complete ownership of outcomes. • Is not afraid to challenge, investigate or get into the detail. • Holds themselves and others accountable. • Brings energy and momentum to change. • Is analytical, evidence-led and commercially curious. • Remains open-minded, inquisitive and willing to learn. • Operates with honesty, integrity and sound judgement. • Builds trust quickly with operational colleagues, investors and external partners. • Understands that seniority does not remove the need to get the fundamentals right. Extreme ownership and doing the basics brilliantly are central to the leadership culture Liftec Express is building. Benefits: • Competitive base salary • 15% annual bonus, paid quarterly • Car allowance • Pension from day one through Aviva • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Employee Assistance Programme from day one • Death in Service cover at three times salary • Discretionary sickness scheme • Enhanced maternity and paternity provision, subject to service • Employee discounts platform • Employee referral scheme • Role-dependent incentive scheme Why Join Liftec Express? • Join the senior leadership team of a Private Equity-backed transformation business. • Work directly with the Managing Director and investors. • Make a visible impact on cash, profitability, governance and operational performance. • Rebuild and modernise a finance function rather than simply maintain one. • Shape the systems . click apply for full job details
Deluxebase is an established and growing international toy and gift business supplying zoos, aquariums, museums, visitor attractions and retailers across the UK, Europe and North America. As the business continues to grow, we are strengthening our senior management team and are looking for an experienced Head of Operations to take responsibility for the day-to-day operational performance of the company. Reporting directly to the Joint Managing Directors, this is a broad senior management role covering the operational functions that take products from suppliers through to our customers. The role You will lead and improve the day-to-day operational performance of the business, working closely with managers across Purchasing & Logistics, Warehousing, Sales Administration, Product Development, IT and Finance. Key responsibilities will include: Leading the day-to-day operational performance of the business. Providing senior management oversight across Purchasing & Logistics, Warehouse Operations and Sales Administration. Overseeing our UK warehouse and third-party logistics operation in the USA. Improving purchasing, stock, shipping, fulfilment and customer-service processes. Developing clear operational KPIs and management reporting. Driving better use of Odoo ERP and reducing unnecessary manual and spreadsheet-based processes. Leading cross-functional operational improvement projects. Improving accountability, workflows, deadlines and escalation processes across departments. Coordinating operational requirements for trade shows, showrooms, customised products and other key business projects. Working with the Joint Managing Directors to improve the management structure and reduce routine director involvement in operational issues. A key part of the role will be developing the managers and teams beneath you, creating clear ownership and ensuring issues are properly followed through to completion. The role will involve regular UK and international travel, including visits to overseas logistics partners, suppliers, trade fairs and operations. Candidates should be comfortable travelling several times a year, including occasional longer-haul trips. About you We are looking for an experienced operational leader with strong commercial judgement and a practical approach. You are likely to have: Significant experience in operations, supply chain, distribution, wholesale, manufacturing or a product-based business. Experience managing multiple functions, managers or operational teams. Strong leadership, organisation and project-management skills. Experience improving processes, productivity and operational control. Strong numerical and analytical ability. Experience using ERP systems and management information. Experience working with warehouses, logistics providers and suppliers. The confidence to challenge inefficient processes and introduce better ways of working. An engineering, manufacturing, lean/process-improvement or technical operations background would be advantageous, particularly where this has involved improving workflows, productivity, systems or operational efficiency. Experience within importing, wholesale, consumer products, ecommerce or international distribution would also be particularly valuable. Experience of Odoo would be advantageous but is not essential. Why join Deluxebase? Deluxebase is investing in its people, systems and management structure to support continued growth in the UK, Europe and North America. This is not a narrow departmental role. It is an opportunity to become the senior operational leader within the business, reporting directly to the Joint Managing Directors and having a genuine influence over how the company develops. Salary: competitive, from £50,000 depending on experience The role is also expected to participate in the company s management performance-bonus scheme once introduced, incorporating both Group EBITDA performance and role-specific operational objectives.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Deluxebase is an established and growing international toy and gift business supplying zoos, aquariums, museums, visitor attractions and retailers across the UK, Europe and North America. As the business continues to grow, we are strengthening our senior management team and are looking for an experienced Head of Operations to take responsibility for the day-to-day operational performance of the company. Reporting directly to the Joint Managing Directors, this is a broad senior management role covering the operational functions that take products from suppliers through to our customers. The role You will lead and improve the day-to-day operational performance of the business, working closely with managers across Purchasing & Logistics, Warehousing, Sales Administration, Product Development, IT and Finance. Key responsibilities will include: Leading the day-to-day operational performance of the business. Providing senior management oversight across Purchasing & Logistics, Warehouse Operations and Sales Administration. Overseeing our UK warehouse and third-party logistics operation in the USA. Improving purchasing, stock, shipping, fulfilment and customer-service processes. Developing clear operational KPIs and management reporting. Driving better use of Odoo ERP and reducing unnecessary manual and spreadsheet-based processes. Leading cross-functional operational improvement projects. Improving accountability, workflows, deadlines and escalation processes across departments. Coordinating operational requirements for trade shows, showrooms, customised products and other key business projects. Working with the Joint Managing Directors to improve the management structure and reduce routine director involvement in operational issues. A key part of the role will be developing the managers and teams beneath you, creating clear ownership and ensuring issues are properly followed through to completion. The role will involve regular UK and international travel, including visits to overseas logistics partners, suppliers, trade fairs and operations. Candidates should be comfortable travelling several times a year, including occasional longer-haul trips. About you We are looking for an experienced operational leader with strong commercial judgement and a practical approach. You are likely to have: Significant experience in operations, supply chain, distribution, wholesale, manufacturing or a product-based business. Experience managing multiple functions, managers or operational teams. Strong leadership, organisation and project-management skills. Experience improving processes, productivity and operational control. Strong numerical and analytical ability. Experience using ERP systems and management information. Experience working with warehouses, logistics providers and suppliers. The confidence to challenge inefficient processes and introduce better ways of working. An engineering, manufacturing, lean/process-improvement or technical operations background would be advantageous, particularly where this has involved improving workflows, productivity, systems or operational efficiency. Experience within importing, wholesale, consumer products, ecommerce or international distribution would also be particularly valuable. Experience of Odoo would be advantageous but is not essential. Why join Deluxebase? Deluxebase is investing in its people, systems and management structure to support continued growth in the UK, Europe and North America. This is not a narrow departmental role. It is an opportunity to become the senior operational leader within the business, reporting directly to the Joint Managing Directors and having a genuine influence over how the company develops. Salary: competitive, from £50,000 depending on experience The role is also expected to participate in the company s management performance-bonus scheme once introduced, incorporating both Group EBITDA performance and role-specific operational objectives.
Astute Recruitment are working with an established manufacturing business based in Derby to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation supporting the finance function across two subsidiary companies. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will be involved in both management accounting and transactional finance, playing a key role in the day-to-day running of the department. The successful candidate will split their time between the company's Derby head office (four days per week) and their Somercotes site (one day per week). The Role Will Involve: Assisting with month-end processes Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Assisting with the preparation and processing of accruals, prepayments and journals Raising and inputting sales invoices from quotations produced by the sales team Dealing with customer pricing queries and liaising on delivery dates and times Requesting payments from non-account customers Credit checking new account customers Monitoring overdue invoices and chasing outstanding payments Checking purchase invoices against purchase orders Completing month-end supplier statement reconciliations Processing purchase invoices Allocating daily bank receipts and payments Completing weekly bank reconciliations Answering telephone calls into the accounts department Monitoring and managing the accounts email inbox The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in an Assistant Management Accountant or similar finance role Experience supporting month-end and management accounts Good understanding of accruals, prepayments and journals Strong Excel skills Confident working across both transactional and management accounts Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a proactive approach A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment Benefits & Hours : Full-time position - 37.5 hours per week Flexible start and finish times Fully office-based role Four days per week based in Derby and one day per week in Somercotes Salary: 35,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Stable and supportive working environment
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Astute Recruitment are working with an established manufacturing business based in Derby to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation supporting the finance function across two subsidiary companies. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will be involved in both management accounting and transactional finance, playing a key role in the day-to-day running of the department. The successful candidate will split their time between the company's Derby head office (four days per week) and their Somercotes site (one day per week). The Role Will Involve: Assisting with month-end processes Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Assisting with the preparation and processing of accruals, prepayments and journals Raising and inputting sales invoices from quotations produced by the sales team Dealing with customer pricing queries and liaising on delivery dates and times Requesting payments from non-account customers Credit checking new account customers Monitoring overdue invoices and chasing outstanding payments Checking purchase invoices against purchase orders Completing month-end supplier statement reconciliations Processing purchase invoices Allocating daily bank receipts and payments Completing weekly bank reconciliations Answering telephone calls into the accounts department Monitoring and managing the accounts email inbox The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience in an Assistant Management Accountant or similar finance role Experience supporting month-end and management accounts Good understanding of accruals, prepayments and journals Strong Excel skills Confident working across both transactional and management accounts Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a proactive approach A team player who enjoys working in a collaborative environment Benefits & Hours : Full-time position - 37.5 hours per week Flexible start and finish times Fully office-based role Four days per week based in Derby and one day per week in Somercotes Salary: 35,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Stable and supportive working environment