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Interaction milton keynes are currently looking for an Operations manager for one of our long standing clients based in newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes. The role is Monday to Friday 08:00 -17:00, you must be able to drive and own your own car. You will be reporting to the director of operations. About the company: County Rents and Exclusive Housing are part of a family owned group providing the best solutions in temporary accommodation for local authorities and national agencies. They currently support over 1800 households during difficult times for them and are a trusted provider with over 20 years of experience. Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of our temporary accommodation facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and effective delivery of services, maintaining high standards of service delivery, compliance, and managing the operational team. This role requires a proactive individual with strong leadership skills, a focus on operational excellence, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Operational Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of temporary accommodation facilities, ensuring all services are delivered to a high standard. Implement and manage operational procedures, policies, and standards to ensure consistency and quality. Monitor and manage occupancy levels, maintenance repairs, and overall capacity planning. Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team, including front-line staff, external contractors, maintenance officers and our service centre. Conduct regular training and development sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging high performance and staff retention. Customer Service: Ensure exceptional customer service is provided at all times, addressing and resolving customer issues promptly and effectively. Create a cross function collaboration for complaint resolution. Develop and implement strategies to improve guest satisfaction and experience. Financial Management: Assessing and approving expenditures within agreed mandates and negotiate commercial terms. Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures without compromising service quality. Collaborate with the finance department to ensure accurate billing and payment processes. Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and standards, maintaining a safe environment for tenants and staff. Regularly review and update health and safety policies and procedures. Ensure up to date compliance reviews and HHSRS standards are adhered to at all time. Strategic Planning and Development: Work with senior management to develop and implement long-term operational strategies. Deliver internal strategies such as Project 30 and Blue Sky Review Identify and pursue opportunities for service improvement and business growth. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports on operational performance, including occupancy rates, operation performance, customer satisfaction, and other key metrics. Analyse data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. Key Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or a related field is desired. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in property management, preferably in the hospitality, property management, or temporary accommodation sector is desired Skills and Competencies: Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to add commercially without affecting service outcome Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of Housing regulations and standards. Proficiency in using property management systems and other relevant software. Personal Attributes: Proactive, adaptable, and able to work under pressure. Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Strong ethical standards and integrity. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. A supportive and dynamic work environment. If you are interested in this role please apply online with your full CV and preferably a cover letter. INDMK INDNH

Are you an experienced Credit Controller looking for a flexible, part-time role within a busy, stable family-run business? We're recruiting on behalf of a successful business in Bridlington where people genuinely enjoy coming to work and tend to stay for the long term. This is an opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team in a varied role where you'll take ownership of the credit control function, helping to maintain healthy cash flow while building positive relationships with customers. This is a busy, hands-on position that would suit someone who enjoys working independently, communicating with customers and keeping on top of outstanding accounts. The Role Reporting into the Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include: Proactively chasing outstanding customer payments by telephone and email. Managing the aged debt ledger and reducing overdue balances. Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers. Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries. Allocating customer receipts and reconciling accounts. Producing debtor reports and highlighting any risks or issues. Supporting the wider finance team with general finance administration when required. About You To be successful, you'll ideally have: Previous experience in a Credit Controller or Sales Ledger role. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. A confident and professional telephone manner. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel. The ability to prioritise your workload and work independently. Why This Role? Flexible part-time hours to fit around your lifestyle. Salary circa 28,000 FTE (pro rata). Join a well-established family-run business with an excellent reputation. Friendly, supportive team where people genuinely enjoy working. A busy and varied role where you'll have real ownership and make a tangible impact. If you're an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next opportunity in Bridlington, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Castle Employment Group for a confidential conversation.

Optimum Recruitment Group are proud of be working exclusively with our exciting growth client based in Wakefield to seek an experienced, operationally minded Transactional Finance Manager. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will lead, mentor, and scale the core transactional finance function. You will manage a team of 10 direct reports across specialised functions, taking full operational leadership of Purchase Ledger (AP), Credit Control (AR), multi-channel e-commerce platform reconciliations and the central finance support functions. Key responsibilities include: Operational Leadership & Team Growth Query Management Ledger Management & Balance Sheet Ownership (Sage 200) Process Improvement, Audit & Controls Cash Controls & Payment Approvals HR, Performance Management & Team Development E-Commerce & Platform Reconciliation Oversight This is a pivotal, hands-on leadership role responsible for taking creditors and debtors through to Balance Sheet level for month-end and year-end reporting in Sage 200. A major focus of this position will be setting workflow KPIs, managing dedicated accounts telephone and email channels, enforcing robust internal controls, and actively driving process automation as the business expands. This is an exciting time to join the business as it navigates a period of growth and change and will allow you to be involved in shaping the function moving forwards. You must be able to demonstrate the following skills and experiences: AAT qualified, ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with strong operational expertise. Previous experience managing transactional finance teams is essential. A strong understanding of transactional accounting processes up to balance sheet level is required. Excellent communication and organisational skills. A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workload effectively. An ability to dig amongst the weeds to identify and improve process and rectify issues. Exceptional leadership, delegation, and coaching skills across varied sub-teams. Customer-service orientation for managing queries via phone and email. Strong proficiency in driving efficiency within Sage 200. Outstanding attention to detail paired with a commercial overview. Strong problem-solving ability with a continuous-improvement mindset. Resilient and composed under pressure during peak operational or audit periods. Salary up to c 50k plus benefits depending on skills and experiences.

Accounts and Audit Senior - Up to £44,000 - Doncaster Accountancy Firm The Role My client, a highly successful Firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisors are looking to appoint and Audit and Accounts Senior to work within the firms Corporate Services Division. The firm are seen as one of the regions leading accountancy practices, this based upon an excellent reputation as an employer and also the high level service which they provide to their clients. The business are looking to appoint an ambitious qualified ACA/ACCA accountant who is seeking a progressive role within a rapidly growing, dynamic business. Duties and Responsibilities Supporting the firm Directors and Partnership team, the role of Audit and Accounts Senior/Assistant Manager will work across a wide range of clients from smaller owner managed businesses through to large corporate businesses with responsibility for : Management of a diverse portfolio of clients from growing owner managed businesses through to large groups of companies Leading Audit engagements on-site including responsibility for planning, budgeting and the management of a team Preparation of statutory and management accounts Liaising with other departments within the business, including participating in group and firm wide activities Oversee planning and finalisation client meetings Delegating and supervising work of more junior members of the team reviewing work Supervise, coach and develop junior members of staff within teams, on client premises and in the office Skills and Qualities To be considered for this position, individuals must be qualified ACCA / ACA and currently working within a firm of accountants at Senior or Supervisor level within an audit/accounting environment. This is a fantastic time to join this dynamic Practice. The business will provide an excellent opportunity for career progression along with structured inhouse training and support. Salary & Benefits Base Salary up to £44,000 Flexible Working Hours Parking Excellent Benefits Package Barber McLelland are a dedicated and niche recruitment consultancy service for the Accountancy Profession. Our area of expertise covers recruitment from part qualified accountants through to Partners and Directors within Big 4, National Accountancy Firms, through to Independent Accountants and Specialist Boutiques across the Yorkshire and East Midlands Region. For more information about this role or for additional information on how we can assist you in securing your next career move, please contact Justin Barber at Barber Mclelland Ltd

This Financial Reporting Manager role in North Kent focuses on overseeing financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance, and producing accurate reports that help the business stay on track. You'll work closely with the finance team to manage reporting deadlines and maintain high standards in the industrial/manufacturing sector. Client Details Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Financial Reporting Manager will lead financial reporting activities and play a key role in the financial planning and analysis cycle. This position offers a blend of technical accounting, commercial finance, and business partnering responsibilities, providing valuable exposure across both the local business and wider Group. This is a site based role. Description Financial Reporting Manager responsibilities include; Producing accurate monthly management accounts and financial commentary. Assisting with year-end statutory accounts preparation and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and internal financial policies. Supporting financial controls and collaborating closely with Financial Accounting teams. Preparing company tax pack reporting for the Group. Supporting quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting, and medium-term planning processes. Partnering with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, and Engineering teams to deliver meaningful financial insight. Developing financial models to support scenario planning, pricing reviews, and margin analysis. Analysing revenue, costs, and working capital performance to identify opportunities for improvement. Supporting cashflow forecasting, capital expenditure appraisals, ROI assessments, and strategic decision-making. Profile The successful candidate will be a qualified finance professional with strong financial reporting and business partnering experience gained within a manufacturing, engineering, or similarly complex operational environment. You will have: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification (or be at finalist level). Previous experience working within Manufacturing or Engineering environments. Experience within a deadline-driven finance function. A strong background in financial reporting and FP&A. Proven experience improving financial processes and controls. Excellent analytical, modelling, and problem-solving skills. Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities. A commercial mindset and the ability to influence operational decision-making. Job Offer Benefits include; Annual discretionary bonus opportunity, with potential payments of up to 10% of salary based on individual and business performance. Pension Scheme - 4% employee / 6% employer contribution. Private healthcare. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Core working hours of 08:30am - 5:15pm Monday to Friday. Opportunity to work within a collaborative, growth-focused environment. If you're interested in this role, apply now for immediate consideration!

Graduate Engineer International Projects Location : Hillington, Glasgow (Head office) Salary : £30,000 £32,000 DOE per annum + further benefits Contract : Full time, Permanent. Hours : 40 Hours (8am - 5pm) Benefits : Opportunities to progress career, 25 days annual holiday, plus 8 stats and International travel! About Us: IQA Group offer capabilities and experience in infrastructure, telecoms network construction, domestic and commercial electrical contracting, renewable energy and power networks and provides the highest level of expertise to the UK market. Established in 2002, IQA three sites - Glasgow, North Wales, and Liverpool. About these Graduate Engineer Roles and what you will be doing: You will be responsible for providing assistance and support to the Project Engineers and Project Manager on matters relating to all activities within International Projects. This role will be based in Glasgow but will involve some travel for training to Spain and travel for project support in Africa. Day to day tasks are as follows (but not limited to): Procurement Researching suppliers in the UK for material and equipment for international projects. Providing technical assistance to the project team. Reviewing project & supplier technical documents, drawings & specifications. Meeting with suppliers and sourcing the most effective equipment for the project. Producing & issuing Purchase orders & contractual documentation. Monitoring of contractual obligations & delivery timelines Procurement monitoring, reporting & cost control. Attending supplier factory visits & Factory Acceptance Tests (UK & EU) Logistics Liaising with suppliers & project team on deliveries & shipping arrangements. Shipment planning & reviewing of supplier delivery documents, transport drawings & instructions for any special loading/delivery requirements. Maintaining accurate records & updating logistics files Communicating the delivery times to project managers & site team. Project Finance Invoice control checking supplier invoices, approvals, updating project control files. Maintaining accurate records & updating finance files for month-end reporting, supplier payment reports, project cashflow etc. In order to be successful in this role you must have: Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering (BEng) Experience of working within an Engineering Environment (placement/voluntary) Good communication skills both written and verbal Good PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) Client focused and Commercial awareness Good Health & Safety knowledge and practices Flexibility to travel oversea as required Full UK Driving Licence If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role, click on APPLY today! No agencies please.

Product Manager - Near Edinburgh - Circa 80K plus Bonus Hybrid - 2/3 days in office per week plus international travel a few times per year Lorien's longstanding client based near Edinburgh, a leader in their industry with an award-winning product line making a huge difference around the globe, is looking for a Product Manager well versed in regulated settings and technical product delivery to join their team. The role focuses on the company's core, globally distributed product portfolio and this role will have an impact on a wide scale involving occasional travel (a few times per year) to contacts in the US, Asia and mainland Europe. This is a senior role responsible for owning the commercial outcome of regulated, complex products end-to-end: turning clinical and market insight into a roadmap, keeping delivery on track across several departments, and making sure nothing ships without the right regulatory signoffs. Role overview: Roadmap and requirements: Shape the product roadmap in partnership with senior leadership, balancing company priorities against regional demand and commercial targets Turn clinical, customer and market signals into requirements documents that the business can actually build against, including the harder calls on what gets cut Keep plans current as scope, risk or new information shifts, rather than treating the roadmap as fixed once written Delivery and governance: Pull together the right people from engineering, quality, operations, service and commercial functions for each release, and keep them aligned day to day Own the backlog and release-readiness process, applying the organisation's formal product commercialisation framework rather than working around it Spot risk early, whether it's technical-/regulatory-/security-/supply-related, and either fix it or get it in front of the right person fast Commercial and regulatory input: Build and track budgets for your products, including cost-to-completion visibility, and prioritise spend accordingly Bring enough commercial fluency (margins, revenue mechanics, pricing levers) to hold your own in business-case discussions with Finance and Commercial Feed accurate input into regulatory and legal paperwork, such as change-impact assessments and labelling, working closely with RA/QA rather than owning that expertise yourself Stakeholders and continuous improvement: Be the clear voice on what's happening, why, and when, for both internal teams and external stakeholders Translate customer conversations into product positioning and a case for why your solution wins against alternatives Use field feedback and real-world usage data to keep pushing usability and satisfaction forward, even after launch Run meetings that end with clear owners, decisions and next steps rather than open threads What we're looking for: A degree in a technical or business subject, or equivalent track record (and a product or project management qualification would be preferable but not necessary) A track record of hands-on technical product management and delivery, including oversight across the entire product lifecycle including concept stages and vision, performance, workflow, end user consideration, and more Good relationship management skills with stakeholders and ideally other contacts such as distributors, etc. Comfortable prioritising when the pressure is on, and confident presenting to both internal leadership and external partners/customers Able to ask sharp, technically credible questions rather than taking specs at face value and comfort speaking with technical teams with credibility gained through previous work A natural, relatable collaborator who can get buy-in from people who don't report to you, from senior management down Strong written and spoken communication, and the resilience to keep plans on track when priorities shift What's on offer: Generous annual bonus and salary reviews, hybrid working and flexible start/finish times, comprehensive benefits package, and more Opportunity to work on genuinely innovative technology and products with global reach, involving some travel to the tune of a few times per year to sites in the US, Asia and mainland Europe Collaborative environment with highly skilled Engineers and other technical specialists Professional and technical development opportunities within a growing and successful organisation If you're passionate about applying your product management skills to solve new challenges and want to join an organisation at the forefront of innovation, we'd love to hear from you. In return, our client offers their employees ample opportunities to flourish professionally, give back to the community in a very direct and rewarding way, and enjoy a range of different benefits with people at the centre, such as flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a generous bonus, annual salary reviews, and more. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Finance Administrator Location: Hybrid / London (Dawson House, Fenchurch) Salary: £28,860 - £30,000 Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Elevate Everywhere is a specialist sustainable M&E engineering company, focussed on Heat Networks and optimised decarbonisation strategies for achieving Net Zero. We've delivered over 500 Heat Decarbonisation Plans, look after 10,000 connected residents and over 50 heat networks. - Exceptional quality of service: Delivering elite standards to our clients. - Timely responses: Actively meeting the ongoing needs of our clients. - Open communication: Clear exchanges with our internal teams and external clients/suppliers. - Trustworthy operations: Remaining honest, open, and engendering complete trust. About the role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Administrator to assist with key financial processes. This is a pivotal supporting role with regular interaction across internal teams and external partners. Key Responsibilities, Tasks and Activities: Purchase Ledger Receive and review supplier invoices. Verify invoices against purchase orders and goods received notes. Check coding and allocate costs to the correct accounts or departments. Enter invoices into the accounting system. Resolve discrepancies with suppliers and internal departments. Reconcile supplier statements and investigate outstanding items. Issue of Purchase Orders. Orders Processing. Identify cost-saving opportunities. Reconcile collection notes against purchase orders. Assist with Credit Cards Reconciliations. Assist with Management of Expenses. Sales Ledger / Valuations Create and issue customer invoices. Credit Control. Assist with Identifying completed jobs ready to be financially closed to be costed and added to the batch. Update Clients portal based on information/evidence required upon financial completion of jobs. Reconcile Clients portals against Internal Systems. Ensure that billable material/parts are invoiced upon job completion to facilitate stock monitoring. General Administration - Maintain accurate filing. - Any other duties consistent with the job description that may be required from time to time. About you: Skills and qualifications: - AAT or ICB or IAB qualification (or working towards one). - Degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. - Previous experience in a similar finance or accounts role. Key competencies and experience: Experience with accounting software (preferably Xero). Excellent Excel knowledge and skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUPS). Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Understanding of data privacy standards. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Be diligent and accurate in your work. Be adaptable and able to develop your skills in line with the company's development. What we offer: - Personal/Professional Development: Elevate are committed to ensuring the personal and professional Development of our Teams. - Continued Growth: Opportunities to undertake training and research to enhance personal and professional development and actively seek development opportunities for your continued growth within the business. - Mandatory Training: Fully supported mandatory training as required and directed by Elevate Everywhere Ltd. Additional Information: - Reporting to: Finance Manager. - Hours: 37.5 Hours a Week. - Location: Office - Hybrid (London). - Health & Safety: You will assist in promoting and maintaining your own and others' health & safety and security as defined in the Elevate Everywhere Ltd Health & Safety Policy, to include, but not limited to: Acting on knowledge and sharing knowledge of health & safety potential risks to ensure that immediate and long-term risks are addressed. - Quality: You will alert other Team members to issues of quality and risk; assess your own performance and take accountability for your own actions, either directly or under supervision; contribute to the effectiveness of the Team by reflecting on your own and Team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the Teams' performance; work effectively with individuals both within Elevate Everywhere Ltd and our Client groups to meet business needs; effectively manage your own time, workload and resources. - Communication: You will recognise the importance of effective communication within the business recognising people's needs for alternative methods of communication and responding accordingly. - Contribution to the Implementation of Services: You will apply high personal standards, policies, protocol and guidance within the business. You will discuss with other Team members how standards, policies, protocol and guidance will affect your own and the workload of others within the business and react accordingly to improve service provision. Additional Requirements: Work solely in the interests of Elevate Everywhere Limited and associated companies. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Bookkeeper, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Sales Ledger Clerk, Invoice Administrator, or Finance Support Officer will also be considered for this role.

Job title: Retailer Accountant Location: Kendal In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations across one or more dealership sites, ensuring accurate and compliant financial reporting. Working closely with the Head of Business, you will manage core accounting processes, deliver detailed management information, and provide analysis that supports business performance and decision-making. The role involves managing management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, vehicle funding, VAT returns, and payroll information, while maintaining strong internal controls. You will also supervise accounts and vehicle administration teams and use the Keyloop Autoline system to drive operational efficiency and robust reporting across the retail automotive environment. What You Will Do? Prepare monthly management accounts and complete balance sheet reconciliations within agreed deadlines for the dealership sites. Monitor departmental performance by producing detailed financial reporting, variance analysis, and clear commentary for management review. Ensure compliance with manufacturer reporting requirements and wider group reporting standards across all relevant financial processes. Manage day-to-day accounting operations and ensure effective integration of finance activities within the wider business structure. Oversee and manage vehicle funding arrangements and perform regular stocking plan reconciliations to maintain accurate records. Manage the accrual and reconciliation of manufacturer bonus and incentive income to ensure correct recognition in accounts. Collaborate with departmental managers to set, monitor, and control budgets, supporting informed commercial decision-making. Manage site VAT return information and coordinate other ad-hoc statutory submissions as required by regulatory bodies. Liaise with external auditors and manage the provision of required financial information and supporting documentation for audit work. Ensure accurate and timely submission of payroll information, including reconciliation and posting of payroll journals to ledgers. Your Skills Previous experience in a Retailer Accountant role, ideally within a multi-site or dealership-based automotive environment. ACA, CIMA, or ACCA qualification completed or currently being pursued, with strong grounding in professional accounting standards. Experience working within the motor industry in an accounting role is desirable, with understanding of manufacturer and dealer processes. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, with clear and advanced abilities in using Excel for analysis and reporting. Organized and accurate in daily work, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines. 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.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery Join our dedicated team at Busy Bees in Rugby, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 84 children. Our longstanding staff works in a purpose-built facility, committed to providing high-quality service to all families. Conveniently located with a bus stop right outside, we also offer free parking for our team. Lunch is available for just 50p, with funds supporting staff events and welfare initiatives. This is a wonderful opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that prioritizes quality care and community engagement. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!

Payroll & Benefits Officer Location: Hybrid - Southampton / Bournemouth Hours: Full Time or Part Time / Flexible working hours Salary Range: £27,000 - £33,000 per annum (Pro-rata for part-time hours) Contract Type: 3-6 Month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential option to extend) About the Opportunity An exciting short-term opportunity has arisen for a skilled Payroll & Benefits Officer to join a dedicated, collaborative payroll division within a UK-leading, corporate organisation. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of end-to-end monthly payroll and benefits services across the business. Working within a supportive team environment, you will maintain complete compliance with company policies and statutory regulations, making this an excellent opportunity to add a prestigious, highly regarded brand to your professional portfolio. Key Responsibilities Payroll Administration: Support the end-to-end administration of the monthly payroll process to ensure timely and accurate execution. Compliance & Reporting: Assist with Real Time Information (RTI) submissions and other statutory reporting requirements. Checks & Controls: Complete thorough payroll checks, controls, and reconciliations to maintain high standards of accuracy. Query Resolution: Act as a reliable point of contact, providing clear guidance and support to employees and managers on payroll-related queries. Pensions Management: Manage pension auto-enrolment activities and coordinate monthly pension contribution submissions. Benefits Administration: Administer payroll activities related to corporate flexible benefits, company car schemes, flexible benefits car schemes, and eye care initiatives. Stakeholder Reporting: Produce accurate regular and ad-hoc payroll reports for Finance and wider internal business stakeholders. Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency and overall service delivery. HR & Third-Party Liaison: Work closely with HR colleagues to ensure accurate timelines, and process payments to third parties including HMRC, Give As You Earn (GAYE), and court orders. Escalation: Promptly escalate any system or processing issues to the Payroll Team Leader. What We Are Looking For To be successful in this position, you will need a strong background in payroll administration, high numerical ability, and outstanding attention to detail: Software Expertise: Essential experience using IRIS Cascade Payroll software. Industry Experience: Proven payroll experience combined with up-to-date, practical knowledge of HMRC legislation and regulations. Professional Qualification: A CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate (or equivalent experience) is highly desirable. Administrative & IT Skills: Strong administrative experience, being highly numerate and proficient in standard IT applications, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word. Work Management: The ability to effectively prioritise workloads, manage competing deadlines, and work productively both independently and collaboratively. Customer Focus: A professional, customer-focused approach, with the sensitivity and discretion required to handle confidential payroll queries. Adaptability: A flexible mindset, particularly during key monthly payroll processing periods. Salary, Benefits & Culture This organisation has been officially recognised as a leading UK employer, offering an inclusive, supportive, and modern environment where diversity is actively celebrated. Alongside a competitive salary, you will receive a comprehensive and flexible rewards package: Flexible & Hybrid Working: Modern hybrid working options designed to support work-life balance, with flexibility around working hours and genuine part-time or job-share arrangements available. Generous Annual Leave: A highly competitive annual leave allowance with options to customise your holiday balance through buying and selling schemes. Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare options, including dental plans, health cash plans, screening services, and dedicated mental health and wellness support. Financial Benefits: Highly competitive corporate pension plans, regular salary reviews, discretionary bonus schemes, and exclusive employee savings and loan initiatives. Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced paid parental and partner leave schemes, alongside structured return-to-work programmes to support family life. Perks & Discounts: Group discounts on home and motor cover, technology saving schemes, cycle-to-work programs, and a variety of corporate lifestyle discounts and social club events. How to Apply If you are an experienced payroll professional with IRIS Cascade expertise who can hit the ground running in a collaborative, top-tier corporate environment, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Senior Room Leader at Busy Bees, you will oversee multiple rooms and ensure that educational strategies are seamlessly integrated across the centre. This is a leadership role where you will inspire your team to achieve the highest standards of care and learning. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you'll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives. About our Nursery At Busy Bees Leeds, Colton Mill, rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted, we provide a vibrant and engaging environment where every child can learn and thrive through a diverse range of exciting activities and fantastic learning resources. Our bright, welcoming rooms are designed to spark creativity and laughter, offering endless opportunities for your child to explore their imagination. The fun continues outdoors in our spacious, enclosed garden, where children can enjoy fresh air and learn to take safe risks under the careful supervision of our dedicated staff.Conveniently located just off the M1 at Junction 46, our nursery is situated on Stile Hill Way, making it easily accessible with Leeds City Centre just a 20-minute drive away. For families using public transport, there is a bus stop nearby on Stile Hill Way, served by bus routes 19, 19A, and 22. Free parking is also available for added convenience, ensuring a hassle-free visit. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Our 'Hive' benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off - it's our gift to you! 50% childcare discount Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus Menopause support through Peppy Financial support through Salary Finance Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders Cycle to Work scheme Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI) Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities: What to Expect as a Senior Nursery Room Leader: Ensure that educational strategies and practices are consistent across multiple rooms. Lead the planning and delivery of activities, adapting the curriculum to meet the diverse needs of the children. Mentor and develop Room Leaders, promoting a collaborative and high-performing team. Oversee the wellbeing and safeguarding of children, making necessary adaptations to support children with additional needs. Foster strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child's development. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and safeguarding protocols across the centre. Required Qualifications: Ideal Candidate: Level 3 qualification or above in early years education. Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory or leadership experience ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader, Senior Nursery Room Manager or Senior Nursery Practitioner. Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. Ability to foster an inclusive and supportive environment for both children and team members. Take the next step in your leadership career at Busy Bees-apply today!

Mixed Tax Senior - Personal & Corporate TaxA leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers is looking to recruit an experienced Mixed Tax Senior to join its established tax team in Loughton.This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded, long-established accountancy practice with an impressive client base across Essex, North East London and beyond.The firm has remained independent throughout its history and provides a full range of accountancy, tax, VAT, corporate finance and business advisory services. Its client base is particularly strong across owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs and their families, alongside UK subsidiaries of larger international groups.The RoleAs a Mixed Tax Senior, you will take responsibility for your own varied portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients, working closely with Tax Managers and Partners.The position offers a genuine mixture of compliance and advisory work and would suit someone looking to develop broader tax expertise while maintaining direct client exposure.Responsibilities will include: Preparing and reviewing Self-Assessment tax returns Preparing partnership tax returns Preparing Corporation Tax returns and computations Capital Gains Tax reporting and calculations Preparing P11Ds and dealing with associated compliance Supporting and undertaking tax advisory assignments Managing your own portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients Acting as a key day-to-day contact for clients Liaising directly with HMRC and resolving client queries Working closely with Managers and Partners on more complex matters Assisting with additional tax projects and ad hoc advisory work The CandidateATT and/or CTA qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential. Applications are equally welcomed from experienced tax professionals who have developed strong practical experience within an accountancy practice.You should ideally have: Previous UK accountancy practice tax experience Experience managing or taking responsibility for a portfolio of clients Personal Tax and/or Corporate Tax compliance experience Strong attention to detail and organisational skills The ability to manage competing deadlines Confidence communicating directly with clients and HMRC Good IT skills Candidates with predominantly Personal Tax or Corporate Tax experience who are interested in broadening into a more genuinely mixed role may also be considered.Both full-time and part-time applicants can be considered.Why Consider This Opportunity?This is an opportunity to join a successful independent firm where you can build a long-term career without being lost within a much larger organisation.The firm offers excellent progression opportunities alongside flexible/agile working and a strong focus on employee wellbeing. You will have exposure to an interesting client base and the opportunity to develop technically through both compliance and advisory work.Benefits include: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service £400 annual wellbeing allowance Your birthday off Paid volunteering day Life assurance Employer pension contributions increasing with service Cycle to Work scheme Season ticket loan Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Regular social, charitable and environmental initiatives Flexible/agile working Genuine long-term career development Culture & ValuesThe firm offers an inclusive and collaborative working environment where people are encouraged to develop their careers, take on responsibility and build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues. There is a strong emphasis on professional development, wellbeing and creating long-term opportunities for its people.For further information on this Mixed Tax Senior opportunity, please contact:David ElliotClark Wood - Tax RecruitmentPlease note that this opportunity is aimed at candidates with previous UK accountancy practice experience. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. a FriendIf this role isn't right for you but you know someone who may be interested, Clark Wood offers over £500 in vouchers for successful referrals. Get in touch with David Elliot for further details.

Accounts Assistant Location: Congleton Salary: 27,000 per annum A growing business based in Congleton is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous finance, accounts or administration experience who enjoys working in a varied role within a busy office environment. Supporting the Finance Manager and wider team, you will be involved in a range of accounting and administrative duties, gaining exposure to multiple areas of the finance function. The role offers training on internal systems and processes, making it ideal for someone looking to further develop their finance career. Key Responsibilities Maintaining customer and supplier account records Processing purchase invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal procedures Matching, coding and checking invoices against purchase orders Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies Handling customer and supplier queries via phone and email Assisting with payment runs and supplier remittances Reviewing and processing company expense and credit card transactions Maintaining accurate finance records and filing systems Supporting shared inbox management and general office administration Assisting with finance-related projects and process improvement initiatives Providing ad hoc support to the Finance Manager as required About You Previous experience within an accounts, finance or office administration role Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Experience using Sage or a similar accounting system would be advantageous Strong organisational and administrative skills High attention to detail and accuracy Confident communication skills and a professional approach Able to manage workload effectively and work to deadlines Positive, proactive and adaptable attitude Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team 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.

Job title: Business Analyst Location: London (Hybrid, Paddington) Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) The Business Analyst will support the shaping, delivery, and implementation of technology solutions that underpin integrations with International Partners, including owned businesses overseas, Franchise, Wholesale, and Marketplace partners. The role is critical to enabling the growth ambitions of the International business by ensuring business, operational, and financial requirements are clearly understood, documented, and translated into deliverable technology solutions. Working closely with international stakeholders, third-party partners, and internal Technology teams, the Business Analyst will help ensure initiatives are well defined, feasible, and aligned to both business objectives and technology standards. The Business Analyst will operate across the delivery lifecycle, from early discovery and requirements definition through to delivery, testing, and implementation support, acting as a trusted partner to the business and delivery teams. Key accountabilities and responsibilities Lead the elicitation of business, operational and financial requirements for international Wholesale, Marketplace, and Franchise initiatives. Engage international business stakeholders to understand objectives, processes, constraints, and market-specific considerations. Collaborate with third-party business and technology teams to capture external requirements, dependencies, and integration needs. Analyse current and future-state processes, identifying gaps, risks, and impacts across systems and operations. Produce clear, structured business and functional requirements, including process flows, use cases, and data requirements. Validate requirements with business stakeholders and ensure alignment before progressing into delivery. Work closely with Architecture and Product teams to review requirements, shape solution options, and assess feasibility and impacts. Support Tech Delivery Lead to finalise delivery estimates, timelines, dependencies, and assumptions, and support planning and decision-making. Support delivery teams by clarifying requirements throughout build and implementation. Work with Test teams to ensure appropriate test scenarios and test cases are defined and aligned to business requirements. Support issue resolution and change control by assessing impacts to scope, timelines, and outcome Measure of Success Clarity, quality, and completeness of documented requirements. Stakeholder confidence and alignment on scope, solution, and outcomes. Reduction in rework or defects caused by unclear or incomplete requirements. Effective collaboration across business, technology, and third-party teams. Key skills Strong experience as a Business Analyst in a retail or consumer-facing environment. Proven ability to elicit, analyse, and document complex requirements. Strong stakeholder management and facilitation skills. Ability to translate business needs into clear inputs for technical and delivery teams. Experience working with cross-functional teams including Product, Architecture, Engineering, Finance, and Tax. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. Clear and confident communicator, able to engage both business and technical audiences. Familiarity with agile and hybrid delivery approaches. Experience supporting international or multi-market initiatives (Preferred not essential). Good understanding of Wholesale, Marketplace, and Franchise business models (Preferred not essential). Key relationships and stakeholders International Business stakeholders leading Wholesale, Marketplace, and Franchise teams Product Managers and Product teams Technology Architects Engineering and Delivery teams Tech Delivery Leads / Programme Managers Finance, Tax, and Legal stakeholders Test and Quality Assurance teams Third-party partners, vendors, and system integrators If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

The IT Financial Operations Manager serves as the operational engine for the IT leadership team. This role bridges the gap between IT, Corporate Finance, and Executive Operations-ensuring financial precision, process compliance, and seamless business execution. A core focus of this role is embedding a digital and AI-first mindset across daily workflows: driving efficiency, automating administrative processes, and leveraging data to deliver clear, actionable insights to senior leadership (including the Regional CIO and CDO). 1. Financial & Operational Administration End-to-End Financial Oversight: Manage the IT Purchase Order (PO), invoicing, and financial administration lifecycles to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strict control compliance. Escalation & Resolution: Act as the primary escalation point for IT financial and vendor discrepancies, leading root-cause investigations and corrective actions. Finance & Year-End Alignment: Partner with IT Finance on coding, reporting alignment, and year-end accruals/close activities. Advise on annual BAU budget structures to match operational processes. 2. Process Governance, AI & Continuous Improvement Shared Service Support: Drive central IT Business Management support across Supplier Management, Performance, Data Office, and Compliance teams. AI & Digital Innovation: Actively identify and implement AI-enabled solutions and digital tools to automate manual administration, boost efficiency, and improve analytical insights. Supplier Governance: Oversee IT supplier service compliance, contractual governance, and vendor performance monitoring. 3. Reporting & Strategic Insights Performance Dashboards: Produce recurring monthly/quarterly IT performance reports, budget trackers, timesheet compliance, and PO metrics. Executive Decision-Making: Deliver clear, data-driven dashboards and insights for IT Leadership, the Regional CIO, and the IT Business Manager. 4. Executive Support & Enablement Leadership Support: Collate agendas and packs for Group IT Executive meetings; provide diary and administrative support to IT Leadership and the Chief Data Officer (CDO) as needed. Training & Onboarding: Design and deliver onboarding, process, and system training (e.g., CODA approval workflows). Manage IT contractor onboarding and extensions. Leadership Continuity: Act as deputy to the IT Business Manager on designated strategic and operational activities. Mandatory Skills Project Financial Management: Proven track record in IT PO management, budgeting, forecasting, and invoice reconciliation. Project Governance: Experience enforcing internal financial controls, vendor compliance, and operational frameworks. Project Planning: Demonstrated ability to plan, sequence, and execute complex year-end financial transitions and process improvements. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Logistics & Customer Service Administrator Rugby ( CV21 ) Monday to Friday: 9:00am until 5:00pm Our client based in Rugby are looking for a Logistics & Customer Service Administrator to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for obtain a permanent position! The Role Logistics & Customer Service Administrator Key accountabilites Daily Tasks: Manage all E-commerce returns, maintaining master file(s) Uploading/downloading date from SAP and updating E-commerce portals once credits have been confirmed. Rebook all fail orders prompted by insufficient stock email alerts received from 3PL. Manage and update KAM file, liaising with 3PL as required. Request POD from 3PL as requested by customer s, Customer service order desks and Finance. Raise customer credits as necessary based on POD evidence. Updating Google returns log once raised. Weekly work: Update EDI return log(s) and report to 3PL for them to update their system. Update & issue TBR hidden stock report to TBR sales management. Respond to BC stock availability alert report. Update DX return report after receiving inspection report from Kumho Technical manager. Update collection outstanding list for all customers and send to 3PL Monthly work: Calculate TBR credit amounts, confirm with TBR Sales Management & raise credit notes. Manage consignment stock file(s). Liaise with account managers to ensure monthly stock files are received from account manager. Quarterly work: Calculate and report quarterly Blackcircles logistic fee to Finance. Calculate BC promotion rebate(s) and confirm back to Marketing. & supporting other team members as necessary - Fill out and forward to 3PL - Northern Ireland Export document for GB sales to NI. Confirm Open orders to 3PL (sales, returns/transfer) Perform Inventory Control Adjustments in SAP - Isolated/Q/I Management Inbound Container Receipt on SAP Close Open orders on SAP ( Once Open sales and returns are done) Covering Order desks as required Assist in logging KCOMP Tyre Returns as required. Booking NO FTP orders as required (Cancelled orders still delivered by 3PL) Pay & benefits 30,000 - 33,000 per annum Temp to perm opportunity Excellent opportunity to join and develop within a growing business Requirements Ideally someone used to working in a fast dynamic work place, with experience of B2B sales and customer service environments. Must have practical experience of working with SAP & Microsoft office products. Candidates will need to multi-task and be comfortable communicating directly with customers by phone and by email. Essential Skills - Time management skills sufficient to meet and exceed daily weekly monthly and quarterly deadlines. Familiarity and use of SAP (retrieving sales orders, raising credits & downloading data) Advance Excel skills (specifically in the use of pivot tables & VLookup calculations) Highly motivated team player with a positive and proactive approach Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritise workloads as required. Excellent organizational and analytical skills Good communication and negotiation abilities Reliable and dependable with the strongest of work ethics. For more information and to apply click 'Apply Now' to submit your application. If you would like to know how we will store and process your data, please read our GDPR Data Protection Statement on The Recruitment Group website.

A Payroll Manager is currently being recruited for a large services company. This is a critical role for the business and will report directly into finance. This business offers support across a variety of different sectors. As the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for: Overseeing a large volume payroll across a variety of different frequencies - this includes weekly, monthly and four weekly These payrolls have different pay dates and deadlines Additionally, there are multiple variables across the payrolls such as shift patterns & overtime rates This role will also look after a large team daily - this will include training, development plans , carrying out one to ones and appraisals. Hiring new members. Lead on all payroll related projects Resolving all payroll escalated queries Candidates need to have previous I-Trent software experience. An excellent benefits package & hybrid working pattern is available with this role. Interviewing now! 52059GCR2 INDPAYS The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Job Description We are looking for a Debt Recovery Assistant to be based in our head office in Milton Keynes. You will be responsible for maintaining debtor accounts and ensuring all overdue invoices are chased and paid on a timely basis, in line with company policy. Main Activities Chase overdue invoices by telephone, text, email & letter within agreed timescales Maintain accurate and detailed records of all chasing activity Ensure pre-legal correspondence issued Maintain a positive working relationship with branches Advise branches on procedure & process where and when appropriate Communicate effectively with all levels and departments within the company Support other members of the Debt Recovery team if required to ensure all daily Debt Recovery functions are carried out should staff be on holiday/sick leave Answer internal/external queries in an effective and timely manner Undertaking any other duties which may be requested by the Line Manager Additional Activities Issuing County Court Claims Liaising with the Court and Court Mediators Liaising with the relevant individuals in regards to disputed claims Preparation of Witness Statements on behalf of the company Communicating with Defendants Preparing Court Orders when required Liaising with Group Legal and Counsel Follow up communication post Judgment Forwarding cases to Enforcement Post Enforcement liaison and updating systems Skills Required Tenacity and enthusiasm Excellent communication skills at all levels Good keyboard skills and competence of Word, Excel and Outlook High standard of numeracy, accuracy with attention to detail A team player with a flexible approach and a willingness to learn Outgoing and confident personality who is able to operate at all levels A self-starter who is pro-active and can set and achieve goals Strong organisational & time management skills Looking for continuous improvement of best practices in order to positively impact business results Ability to recognise potential risks to the Company that should be escalated Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Connells Group we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't fit perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other opportunities. CF00868