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Overview Are you an experienced people manager with a background in finance, accounts, banking, tax or professional services? Are you looking for a role where you can lead a high-performing team, build strong client relationships and develop your career within a modern, ambitious and growing business? Our client is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee a specialist client services team responsible for supporting international clients with their ongoing accounting requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader who enjoys coaching and developing people, improving processes and delivering an exceptional customer experience. Whilst experience within VAT or taxation would be advantageous, it is by no means essential. Full training will be provided, together with the opportunity to study towards a globally recognised qualification, fully funded by the company, making this an outstanding long term career opportunity. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and develop a team responsible for managing client activities. Build and maintain strong relationships with a portfolio of international clients, delivering a professional and responsive service. Oversee client onboarding, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience. Manage team workloads, priorities and performance to ensure service levels and deadlines are consistently achieved. Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and customer satisfaction. Recruit, train and mentor new team members, creating a positive and high performing culture. Handle escalated client queries and work collaboratively with colleagues to resolve issues effectively. Ensure compliance procedures are followed accurately and consistently. Work closely with senior management to support the continued growth and development of the department. The Candidate The successful candidate will be an approachable and commercially minded leader who enjoys working with both people and clients. You will be an excellent communicator with the ability to motivate others and build lasting relationships. You will ideally have: Previous management or supervisory experience within finance, banking, tax, accounting or another professional services environment. Strong leadership and people management skills with experience of coaching and developing teams. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. A customer-focused approach with the confidence to manage client expectations. Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a varied workload. Experience of managing performance, workloads and service standards. A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement. An interest in developing specialist knowledge and building a long-term career. On Offer Salary negotiable depending on experience. Fully funded professional qualification. Private medical insurance. Company pension scheme. Company sick pay. Regular company events. Free on-site parking. A genuine opportunity to develop your career within a growing international business where ambition and professional development are valued as highly as technical expertise.

International Finance Manager / Accountant (US & Germany) Help shape the finance function of a growing international business. We're looking for a qualified finance manager/accountant who enjoys variety, ownership and working internationally. This isn't a role where you'll only produce month-end reports. You'll be trusted to take ownership of the finance activities for our US and German businesses, working across financial reporting, compliance, audit, tax, treasury, business partnering and continuous improvement. Reporting to our Global Financial Controller, you'll work with colleagues across the UK, USA and Germany, leading finance activities across multiple entities while helping to develop our international finance team. If you enjoy getting into the detail but also want to influence decisions, improve processes and help shape how finance supports the wider business, we'd love to hear from you. About TREND Networks TREND Networks is a global leader in network testing, measurement and certification solutions, helping customers around the world build and maintain reliable network infrastructure. As a growing international technology business, we design, develop and supply innovative products used by some of the world's leading organisations. That means finance is involved in far more than producing numbers, you'll gain exposure to every aspect of the business, from product development and engineering through to global sales and customer support. Although we operate internationally, we've retained the feel of a close-knit organisation where people know each other, work collaboratively and genuinely enjoy what they do. You'll work closely with colleagues across our UK, US and German offices, alongside teams based in Brazil, Poland, France and Italy. We're continuing to invest in our people, systems and products. We encourage new ideas, value initiative and give people the opportunity to make a genuine impact. If you're looking for a role where you can influence change rather than simply maintain the status quo, you'll feel at home at TREND Networks. The Role You'll have ownership of the finance activities for our US and German entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, statutory compliance and commercial insight while supporting the continued growth of our international business. Key responsibilities include: Managing the finance activities for our US and German entities. Preparing monthly management accounts, financial reporting and balance sheet reconciliations. Delivering accurate month-end and year-end reporting. Managing intercompany accounting, reconciliations and multi-currency transactions (GBP, EUR and USD). Supporting treasury activities, banking relationships and cash flow forecasting. Managing statutory reporting, audits and tax compliance for the US and Germany. Leading US Sales Tax compliance, including nexus monitoring and multi-state filings. Partnering with colleagues across the business to provide financial insight that supports commercial decision-making. Contributing to budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning. Leading, coaching and developing members of our US & German finance teams based in the UK and USA. Identifying opportunities to improve systems, controls and financial processes. About You You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and working collaboratively across an international business. You'll ideally bring: At least five years' accounting experience. Experience managing finance activities within US entities. Strong knowledge of US Sales Tax compliance, nexus requirements and multi-state reporting. Experience of statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance. Multi-entity and multi-currency accounting experience. Previous experience leading, mentoring or developing finance team members. Strong analytical, organisational and stakeholder management skills. Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems. It would also be beneficial if you have experience within an international SME or private equity-backed business, knowledge of Microsoft NAV, Business Central or Sage, or German or French language skills. Why Join TREND Networks? At TREND Networks, you'll be joining a friendly, collaborative and ambitious team where people are trusted to make decisions, contribute ideas and take ownership. This role offers genuine breadth and visibility. Rather than focusing on one area of finance, you'll gain exposure across reporting, compliance, tax, treasury, business partnering and leadership while working closely with senior leaders across multiple international businesses. Whether you're looking to broaden your international experience, develop your leadership skills or become a key part of a growing global organisation, you'll find plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself and build your career. Benefits Competitive pension scheme Life insurance Employee discount platform Electric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work scheme Annual flu vaccination Additional company benefits If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, influence how finance supports the business and be part of an organisation that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: Personal Tax Assistant Manager or Manager (dependant on experience) Location: St Albans (hybrid) Package: £55,000-£70,000 (higher DOE), hybrid working, 25 days hol +BH, and much more! Working Hours: Full time or Part time, Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours, core hours: 10am - 4:30pm A fantastic opportunity is available within a top 100 UK practice, as a Private Client Tax Assistant Manager, or Ma click apply for full job details

Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior - SUPERB ROLE McGinnis Loy Associates is proud to be working with a Top15 Accountancy Firm who are looking for a Qualified Audit Senior / Audit & Accounts Senior for their Milton Keynes office. Undertaking an 80% Audit & 20% Accounts role, you will be helping to manage a portfolio of large owner-managed businesses including UK & Int'l companies and partnership (up to £300m turnover) and overseeing a small team of junior staff. Key duties include: Managing client audits and assisting with complex corporate audits for the firm, using computerised audit systems Producing audit files for review by the Audit Manager/Director Providing general assistance to the junior audit and business service team members Planning of smaller audit assignments, taking responsibility for achieving agreed budgets and meeting client deadlines. Setting objectives for Graduate audit staff and supervising them on-site including reviewing work and coaching on the job Assisting with the audit of companies in a range of sectors including IT/Hi-Tech, Consumer Services, Manufacturing, Logistics, Legal Services Carrying out Accounts & Financial statements preparation, and management accounting Preparation of company accounts, groups of companies, partnerships and LLP's together with Tax computations. Close liaison with audit clients and other external stakeholders, often direct contact at Senior Management Level Ensuring all work is carried out profitably and on a timely basis in accordance with the firm's standards Submitting accounts to Companies House within deadlines To be considered for the role you should be a Qualified ACA or ACCA Auditor / Audit & Accounts Senior, ideally degree-educated with extensive practice experience in an Accountancy Practice, staff management skills and a car driver with access to your own car. On offer is a salary up to £52,000 depending on qualification and experience, with benefits to include company pension, healthcare and 25 days holiday. The firm will happily consider those candidates who may be interested in relocating to the North London area from other parts of the UK. To apply for the position or for more information, please contact McGinnis Loy Associates (Midlands) Office by telephone or via email at com McGinnis Loy Associates is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy, in accordance with the Employment Agencies Act. Follow us on or check our Linked-In company profile

This is a fantastic opportunity for a general practice Accounts & Tax Senior Manager to join a highly reputable firm of chartered accountants in Sevenoaks, who are looking for a future partner. There are very clear and realistic progression prospects on offer with this fantastic practice, as it's part of a succession plan. You will join between Manager and Director level with a clear plan in place based on your experience and aspirations. This is a rare and really exciting opportunity in Sevenoaks, Kent! As part of this position, you will work closely with the Partners and be responsible for your own personal portfolio, and a small team. Your work will be focused on general practice accounts & tax services to a range of sole traders, partnerships and ltd companies, predominately focused on owner managed businesses with turnovers up to £100m. Our client operates a modern and friendly working environment, where they priorities work life balance, and have a strong staff retention rate as a consequence. Key responsibilities will include: Managing your own client portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and ltd companies. Oversee and reviewing production of company accounts, financial statements, corporation tax and personal tax. Building strong relationships across all teams and managers. Liaising regularly with clients to ensure strong and trusted partnership. Ensure timely and efficient delivery. Working with the partners to ensure the smooth running of the business. Opportunity to get involved in business development/ marketing as necessary. Opportunity to get involved with a little audit work, if of interest. Requirements Accounts & Tax Senior Manager Sevenoaks £65,000- £85,000 Preferably qualified ACA/ACCA or by experience. 5-10+ years experience within an accountancy practice experience. Experience preparing accounts and tax returns. Experience of QuickBooks, Xero or Sage would be advantageous. Benefits Accounts & Tax Senior Manager Sevenoaks £65,000- £85,000 £65,000 - £85,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. Comprehensive benefits package Clear partner to Partnership in the future. A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer. Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch to discuss this opportunity and similar vacancies in more detail.

Accountancy Practice Specialists Taylor Rose Recruitment have just been instructed on a fantastic Accounts & Business Advisory Manager opportunity on behalf of a forward thinking and progressive firm in Taunton. Will be working closely with an impressive client portfolio from an array of sectors involving a mixture of accounts, tax and client/ business advisory work click apply for full job details

The Company: Our client is a specialist professional services firm supporting organisations within the charity and not-for-profit sector. The team focuses on providing high-quality financial reporting and compliance services to help clients meet their regulatory obligations. The Role: On behalf of our client, we are seeking an Accounts & Tax Manager to join their Weston-super-Mare office. This is a key role overseeing a growing portfolio of clients and ensuring the delivery of accurate accounts and tax services. Reporting to senior leadership, the role combines client-facing responsibilities with team leadership, mentorship, and compliance oversight. It is well suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, developing others, and maintaining high standards of service. Responsibilities will include: • Manage and develop a growing portfolio of clients. • Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular meetings and ongoing support. • Prepare and analyse accounts for a variety of clients. • Supervise, mentor, and support team members, ensuring effective workload management and professional development. • Review accounts prepared by junior staff and provide constructive feedback. • Assist with tax computations, including adjusted profit calculations and capital allowance claims. • Prepare tax returns using specialist software and calculate client tax liabilities. • Provide accounts, tax, and business advice to clients as required. • Oversee the completion of statutory and compliance-related forms, including P11Ds and VAT returns. • Use Microsoft Excel for analysis, forecasting, and scheduling activities. The Person: The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, proactive, and takes pride in delivering high-standard work while building positive relationships. They are an effective communicator with a keen eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently within a supportive team. Previous experience in an accountancy practice environment. Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and taxation. Excellent communication and client relationship management skills. Proven leadership experience managing and developing a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software , including Digita, Xero, and QuickBooks, would be advantageous. Relevant professional qualifications include AAT, ATT, ACCA, ACA, CTA, or equivalent. Ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is fully supported and funded by the practice. The Salary: £45-55,000 The Hours: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday The Benefits: Car parking, 20 days holiday + bank holidays (holiday raise each year), study support, death in service, healthcare The Location: Weston Super Mare, North Somerset

The Company: Our client is a specialist professional services firm supporting organisations within the charity and not-for-profit sector. The team focuses on providing high-quality financial reporting and compliance services to help clients meet their regulatory obligations. The Role: On behalf of our client, we are seeking an Accounts & Tax Manager to join their Weston-super-Mare office click apply for full job details

If you're ready to step beyond routine tax work and into something more meaningful, this Private Client Tax Manager role could be exactly what you've been looking for. This isn't about churning through compliance or staying in your lane. As a Private Client Tax Manager, based in Leicester, you'll be trusted to lead, shape and influence real advisory work that genuinely impacts clients' long-term fi click apply for full job details

An independent firm of accountants in Wakefield is seeking a Tax Manager to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax professional looking for a varied role combining tax compliance, advisory work, and team leadership. Working closely with the Tax Partner, you will play a key role in managing the firm's tax portfolio while supporting clients with a wide range of tax planning and advisory matters. The Role Key responsibilities will include: Managing a portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients. Reviewing and overseeing the preparation of tax returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements and deadlines. Supporting the Tax Partner on a broad range of advisory projects, including succession planning, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, remuneration planning, and business restructuring. Acting as a trusted adviser to owner-managed businesses, individuals, and high-net-worth clients. Identifying tax planning opportunities and delivering practical, commercially focused advice. Managing HMRC enquiries and correspondence on behalf of clients. Overseeing the firm's payroll function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing. Developing and mentoring junior team members. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. About You We are interested in speaking with candidates who have: ATT, CTA, ACA, ACCA or qualified by experience. Strong experience gained within an accountancy practice environment. A solid background in both personal and corporate tax compliance. Exposure to tax advisory work and a desire to further develop advisory expertise. Previous experience reviewing work and supporting junior staff. Knowledge of payroll processes and compliance requirements. Excellent communication and client relationship management skills. A proactive and commercially minded approach. If you are interested in this Tax Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

A highly regarded accountancy firm in Nottingham with flexible / hybrid working is seeking to appoint an experienced Corporate Tax Professional to join its team. This is a particularly attractive opportunity for an experienced Corporate Tax Professional, who wants to work for a firm that genuinely values its people and offers the flexibility to build a working arrangement around the individual. The role can be undertaken on either a full-time or part-time basis. The firm is open on the level at which they hire, but the successful candidate will need to have corporate tax experience gained within an accountancy practice. The Role As a Corporate Tax Professional , you will manage a portfolio of clients and take responsibility for a range of corporate tax compliance and advisory work. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing and reviewing Corporation Tax returns and computations Providing corporate tax planning and advisory support to clients Managing your own portfolio of clients and maintaining strong client relationships Advising clients on a range of corporate tax matters Working closely with colleagues across the wider accounts and tax team Supporting clients with their ongoing tax requirements and identifying opportunities to add value Taking ownership of deadlines and ensuring work is completed accurately and efficiently The role would suit a Corporate Tax Professional who enjoys having a good level of client contact and autonomy, while still being part of a supportive and approachable team. Benefits: Competitive salary, depending on experience 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays Flexible hybrid or office-based working Part-time or full-time hours considered Excellent work-life balance Free parking Friendly, supportive and stable working environment

An exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded Indirect Tax team within a Top 10 UK accountancy practice. This Senior Manager role is strongly advisory-focused, offering the chance to lead on complex VAT matters, work closely with senior stakeholders, and play a key role in shaping client relationships and team development. The role: Lead and deliver complex VAT advisory engagements, providing clear, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base. Act as a trusted adviser to clients on high-risk and strategic VAT issues, interpreting legislation and case law in a practical business context. Take ownership of client relationships, managing engagements from scoping through to delivery and supporting Directors and Partners on key accounts. Produce high-quality written advice and reports for senior stakeholders, including non-technical audiences. Lead and mentor junior team members, ensuring technical excellence and supporting their development. Collaborate across service lines to deliver integrated solutions and identify new advisory opportunities. Contribute to business development, thought leadership and the continued growth of the VAT practice. About you: Significant VAT / Indirect Tax advisory experience, gained in practice or in-house. Strong track record of advising on complex UK VAT matters and leading client engagements. Experience managing and developing teams, with the confidence to lead projects and client discussions. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly and commercially. Strong organisational skills and experience managing multiple advisory projects concurrently. In-depth working knowledge of UK VAT legislation and current developments. Locations: Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Crawley, Leeds, Leicester, Liverpool, London, Milton Keynes, Reading or Sheffield. This role offers senior-level client exposure, technical challenge and the opportunity to influence the direction of a growing VAT advisory practice.

Your new company An exciting interim opportunity has become available with a well-established organisation. The business is seeking an experienced VAT professional to take ownership of indirect tax compliance activities, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance and strong financial controls across multiple entities. This is a temporary assignment to provide additional support to an established VAT Compliance team during a busy period, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced contractor who can add value quickly and hit the ground running. Your new role This interim position will see you leading the delivery of VAT compliance and reporting obligations across a diverse business portfolio. Alongside managing day-to-day compliance activities, you will focus on enhancing processes, strengthening controls and supporting the wider business with technical VAT matters. The role will involve: Leading VAT compliance activities and ensuring regulatory obligations are met. Reviewing and improving existing reporting processes and controls. Partner closely with finance and operational teams to provide expert guidance on VAT-related matters and support business decision-making. Supporting the delivery of accurate financial and tax reporting. Acting as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders Driving efficiency improvements through process enhancement and the effective use of technology. Managing VAT-related projects and supporting business change initiatives. Providing guidance on technical VAT matters and helping to mitigate risk. Building strong relationships across finance, tax and operational teams. What you'll need to succeed Professionally qualified accountant or specialist (ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent). Proven experience operating within VAT compliance Strong technical understanding of VAT and wider indirect tax legislation. Ability to research and resolve complex VAT issues. Experience working with complex financial data, reporting requirements and ERP systems. Excellent communication skills with the ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels. A proactive and commercially minded approach, with a focus on problem solving and continuous improvement. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify risks, challenge existing processes and implement practical solutions. A collaborative mindset with the confidence to work across finance, tax and operational functions. What you'll get in return Immediate start Competitive day rate. Hybrid working - 2 days on site in Bradford Immediate start opportunity. Exposure to a large-scale and evolving business environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Finance Business Partner Our client, a growing international organisation based on the outskirts of Canterbury is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join their expanding finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, private equity-backed business supporting high-profile projects across the EMEA region. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a key role in providing financial insight, driving commercial decision-making, and ensuring the smooth running of the finance function across multiple international entities. Key Responsibilities Prepare and review monthly management accounts for UK and overseas entities. Support month-end reporting, financial consolidation, and intercompany reconciliations. Manage cashflow reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Oversee transactional finance, including supplier invoices, customer billing, and employee expenses. Produce insightful reports for the board and investors, providing meaningful financial analysis. Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, tax regulations, and audit requirements. Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency across the finance function. Business partner with operational teams, providing commercial support and financial guidance. Skills & Experience ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified or actively studying towards qualification. Previous experience as a Finance Business Partner, Finance Manager, or Management Accountant. Strong technical accounting knowledge with excellent commercial awareness. Experience preparing management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and financial reports. Advanced Excel skills and confidence using finance systems Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business. Previous experience within a project-based, engineering, construction, or professional services environment would be advantageous. The company is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to join a growing international business where you can genuinely influence commercial decision-making and contribute to continued success. If this sounds like you and you have the required experience, then apply today! Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted.

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a well-established business based in Berkshire, near Slough, to recruit an experienced Head of Finance. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with a proven track record of leading finance functions within a large, multi-entity organisation, managing a finance team of approximately 30 people. You will be an inspiring and influential leader with a passion for driving transformation, capable of engaging an established team and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role offers the opportunity to reshape the finance function by enhancing reporting, strengthening financial controls, and evolving the team from a transactional service to a commercially focused, value-adding business partner. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible impact within a well-established organisation, leading meaningful change while working alongside a fantastic team with extensive expertise in business transformation and organisational change. What will you be doing? Lead the finance, accounting, payroll, and reporting functions, driving sales growth, profitability, financial performance, and delivery of strategic business objectives. Provide leadership, coaching, and development for finance teams, fostering a high-performance culture built on accountability, continuous improvement, employee wellbeing, and values. Oversee the preparation and submission of monthly management accounts, annual statutory accounts, tax computations, budgets, forecasts, and profit plans, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. Own and manage the end-to-end external audit process, including tax reporting, while acting as the technical expert on accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial governance. Maintain a robust financial control environment by ensuring effective accounting systems, internal controls, policies, procedures, and compliance with local and group requirements. Drive financial planning, cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting to support operational decision-making, identify risks and opportunities, and improve business performance. Build strong cross-functional partnerships with internal stakeholders, divisional controllers, group finance teams, auditors, and tax advisors to deliver accurate financial reporting and continuous process improvement. Champion exceptional customer service, lead strategic and ad hoc business improvement initiatives, and support the Finance Director with key projects that enhance organisational growth and operational effectiveness. What skills are we looking for? Qualified Accountant Strong technical knowledge, ideally practice trained (understanding of IFRS16, IFRS15, IAS2, IAS36, IAS37 and FRS102) Experience with asset and lease accounting A strong people manager who can develop and motivate teams Previous experience in a large, multi-entity/group environment Must have consolidation and intercompany experience Experience using Business intelligence and AI tools would be desirable Previous experience overseeing the tax returns The drive and enthusiasm to make change within the organisation, the confidence to challenge the status quo, and come in with a positive can-do attitude. What's on offer? Salary of 90,000- 100,000 20% bonus Company car/allowance Medical Insurance Company Pension Hybrid working - approx. 3 days on site Parking available on site Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Mobile Cook Manager based at North Stevenage Letchworth Cambridge and surrounding areas 27.5hpw At HCL SAFEGUARDING IS OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY. The safety of children and young people is at the heart of everything we do. About us: At HCL, we're more than just a caterer. We proudly serve over 16 million meals a year, delivering outstanding dining experiences across schools and the commercial sector. As a Mobile Cook Manager , you won't just run a kitchen - you'll be hands on leading the team, shaping the culture and setting the standard for quality and service that your school will depend on every day. Let's talk about the role of a Mobile Cook Manager: Flexible to travel to primary & secondary schools to provide support services as required Lead and manage the day-to-day kitchen operations Prepare, and deliver fresh, nutritious meals Oversee stock control, ordering, and budget management Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control Manage allergen awareness and cater for special dietary requirements Build positive relationships with staff, students, and the wider school community Maintain accurate records (e.g. HACCP, temperature checks, audits) Inspiring and developing your team, creating an environment where people grow and thrive About the Ideal Mobile Cook Manager: Committed to safeguarding children and young people Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate (required) NVQ Level 2/3 is highly desirable Passionate about delivering fresh, nutritious meals An experienced leader who can motivate and develop a high-performing team Well-organised, with strong planning and time management skills Confident managing budgets, stock, and kitchen operations Knowledgeable in food safety, allergens, and school food standards Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene and compliance Proactive, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Dedicated to providing an excellent dining experience every day Essential Vehicle Requirements: Full valid driving licence Business insurance Valid MOT and road tax Access to your own vehicle Why join us? Joining Bonus: £1000! (T&Cs apply) Salary: £15.85 per hour (£19,178 per annum) Mileage Reimbursement: 55p Per Mile Hours: 27.5 hours per week - No Weekends, No Late Nights Schedule: Term Time Only - Enjoy all School Holidays off Uniform provided Rewards: Spread the Word & Earn Up to £500 - Refer a Friend! (T&Cs apply) Succeed with us: Career progression opportunities Excusive discounts: via VIVUP for supermarkets, cinemas, retail, dining, hotels, and family activities Wellbeing matters: Support through EAP & Financial Support via Stream Safeguarding: Enhanced DBS Disclosure paid by HCL - No Cost to You If you're passionate, driven and ready to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Take the first step and apply online - your Mobile Cook Manager career with HCL starts here.

Head of Finance A senior role with real influence Wellington; Office-based 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday; Permanent £50,000 to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience In this role you will lead the finance function and work closely with the Board of Directors and senior leadership team, providing the financial insight, commercial guidance and constructive challenge needed to support profitable growth, strong cash generation and better decision-making. Our client is a practical, forward-thinking company that designs, programs and builds much of its own equipment internally, takes pride in doing things properly and moves quickly when good ideas emerge. It is also a stable, down-to-earth business where people stay, with many team members having been with the company for more than five years. The role will suit a commercially minded finance leader who can see the wider business picture while remaining comfortable with the detail, explaining not just what the figures are, but what they mean, what needs attention and where the opportunities lie. Why you ll want to join: A senior role with direct access to the Board of Directors. Genuine influence over business planning, investment and commercial decisions. Responsibility for leading and developing the full finance function. The opportunity to improve systems, reporting and financial processes. A growing, established business with a stable and experienced team. The freedom to challenge existing assumptions and introduce better ways of working. 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional time off over Christmas. Employee Assistance Programme. Death in Service cover of four times salary. What You ll Be Doing You will take responsibility for the company s financial management, reporting, controls and commercial analysis, while acting as a trusted business partner to the Board of Directors. Your role will include: Preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts in collaboration with the Finance Manager. Leading the annual budgeting and forecasting process. Managing cash flow, liquidity and working capital. Overseeing debtor management and cash collection. Maintaining strong balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. Preparing and overseeing statutory accounts, audits and external reporting. Ensuring compliance with VAT, corporation tax and HMRC requirements. Providing clear financial reporting and insight to the leadership team. Challenging assumptions and identifying financial risks and opportunities. Supporting strategic planning, growth initiatives and investment decisions. Providing commercial analysis to improve profitability and business performance. Supporting pricing decisions, contract reviews and financial modelling. Identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency. Developing useful financial KPIs and performance measures. Improving accounting systems, reporting processes and internal controls. Identifying opportunities for automation and more efficient ways of working. Liaising with auditors, banks, advisers and other external stakeholders. Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team. Because the role combines strategic responsibility with hands-on financial leadership, it will suit someone who is equally comfortable discussing business performance with the Board of Directors and getting into the detail when something in the figures does not look right. What You ll Bring You will need to be a qualified Accountant, holding an ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent recognised qualification, with previous experience in a senior finance leadership role. You should also bring: Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience. Proven experience managing cash flow, liquidity and working capital. A strong understanding of financial control, governance and compliance. Experience managing statutory accounts and external audits. Excellent financial reporting, modelling and analytical skills. Advanced Excel skills and confidence using financial systems. Strong commercial judgement and business-partnering ability. The confidence to challenge senior colleagues constructively. The ability to turn financial information into clear and practical recommendations. Experience leading, supporting and developing a finance team. The ability to build effective working relationships across the business. A willingness to remain involved in the operational detail when needed. Experience within a growing SME would be particularly valuable. In addition to leading the finance function, you will help shape the continued development of our client s Simpro ERP platform, driving process improvements, automation, and enhanced management reporting. Previous experience supporting acquisitions, integration projects, system improvements, or periods of significant business growth would be a distinct advantage. This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants more than responsibility for the finance department alone. With the opportunity to influence the wider business, improve how financial information is used and help make well-informed decisions as it grows. As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete a short online questionnaire which takes approximately 10 minutes. This helps both you and our client understand whether the role, working style and requirements are likely to be a strong mutual fit.

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a role that offers genuine long-term career progression? We are recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing business seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join its established finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to take the next step in their career, with a clear succession plan in place to develop into a Financial Controller position. Working closely with the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving continuous improvement across the finance function. The Role You will be responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting while providing valuable commercial insight to support the wider business. Key Responsibilities: Producing monthly management accounts through to completion. Preparing quarterly forecasts and annual budgets. Managing multi-company, multi-currency consolidations across the Group. Preparing and submitting VAT returns, Corporation Tax and other statutory filings. Producing financial reports and analysis for senior leadership and board meetings. Investigating financial performance, identifying trends and explaining key variances. Supporting the annual audit process and preparing year-end audit files. Overseeing cashbooks together with purchase and sales ledgers. Assisting with monthly payroll and pension administration. Leading and supporting finance improvement projects. Providing support and cover for the Financial Controller when required. About You You will be a technically strong accountant with excellent analytical skills and the ability to communicate financial information confidently across the business. We are looking for someone with: Previous experience producing management accounts within a manufacturing environment. At least 2-3 years' experience managing multi-company, multi-currency consolidations. A good understanding of standard costing. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, SUMIF, INDEX/MATCH (or XLOOKUP) and data analysis. ACCA qualification (or equivalent) is preferred. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. A proactive, analytical approach and a continuous improvement mindset. Experience with Sage Payroll, Sage HR or Microsoft Dynamics AX would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? This is an outstanding opportunity to join a stable and successful business that values development and internal progression. You'll gain broad exposure across the finance function, work closely with senior leadership, and be supported as you progress towards a future Financial Controller role. This position would particularly suit someone who began their career within an accountancy practice before moving into industry, ideally within a manufacturing environment. If you are looking for a role where your contribution will be recognised and your career can continue to develop, we'd love to hear from you. If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to 250! Click here for further details on our recommendation scheme. This is just one of the many roles we are working on at the Sammons Recruitment Group. Please visit our website (url removed) for full details on all Permanent, Temporary and Contract career opportunities we are actively seeking candidates for. Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.