Real Estate Associate / Partner Location: M4 Corridor (Hybrid) Salary: Circa 90,000 + Excellent Benefits Start Date: February 2027 Are you an experienced Real Estate Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with one of the region's leading commercial law firms? Our client is a highly regarded commercial practice with an outstanding reputation for advising businesses, investors, developers and high-net-worth individuals across Wales and beyond. The firm acts for five of the ten wealthiest individuals in Wales , providing exposure to some of the most prestigious and high-value real estate transactions in the market. With a planned February 2027 start , the firm is looking to appoint an ambitious Real Estate Associate or Partner to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering a move in the coming months and wanting to join a practice renowned for the quality of its work and clients. The Role You will advise a broad portfolio of commercial clients on a wide range of real estate matters, taking ownership of complex transactions while helping to develop long-term client relationships. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a varied caseload of commercial real estate matters from instruction through to completion. Advising clients on acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, development work and property finance. Delivering commercially focused legal advice tailored to clients' objectives. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts. Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate. Working collaboratively with colleagues across corporate, banking and private wealth teams. Supporting business development initiatives and helping grow the firm's already impressive client base. Meeting agreed financial and performance objectives. About You We're keen to hear from solicitors who have: Significant post-qualification experience in Commercial Real Estate. A strong technical background with excellent commercial awareness. Experience managing complex transactions independently. Outstanding client relationship and communication skills. A proactive approach to business development. The ability to supervise or mentor junior members of the team. Strong organisational and time management skills. What's on Offer? Salary circa 90,000 , depending on experience. Hybrid and flexible working. February 2027 start. High-quality work with nationally recognised clients. Exposure to landmark property transactions. Clear progression to Partnership (or immediate Partnership for the right candidate). A collaborative and supportive culture. Excellent benefits package and genuine work-life balance. If you're looking to join a market-leading commercial practice where you can work on exceptional quality matters while accelerating your career, Daniel Mason would love to speak to you in confidence
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Real Estate Associate / Partner Location: M4 Corridor (Hybrid) Salary: Circa 90,000 + Excellent Benefits Start Date: February 2027 Are you an experienced Real Estate Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career with one of the region's leading commercial law firms? Our client is a highly regarded commercial practice with an outstanding reputation for advising businesses, investors, developers and high-net-worth individuals across Wales and beyond. The firm acts for five of the ten wealthiest individuals in Wales , providing exposure to some of the most prestigious and high-value real estate transactions in the market. With a planned February 2027 start , the firm is looking to appoint an ambitious Real Estate Associate or Partner to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone considering a move in the coming months and wanting to join a practice renowned for the quality of its work and clients. The Role You will advise a broad portfolio of commercial clients on a wide range of real estate matters, taking ownership of complex transactions while helping to develop long-term client relationships. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a varied caseload of commercial real estate matters from instruction through to completion. Advising clients on acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant matters, development work and property finance. Delivering commercially focused legal advice tailored to clients' objectives. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts. Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers where appropriate. Working collaboratively with colleagues across corporate, banking and private wealth teams. Supporting business development initiatives and helping grow the firm's already impressive client base. Meeting agreed financial and performance objectives. About You We're keen to hear from solicitors who have: Significant post-qualification experience in Commercial Real Estate. A strong technical background with excellent commercial awareness. Experience managing complex transactions independently. Outstanding client relationship and communication skills. A proactive approach to business development. The ability to supervise or mentor junior members of the team. Strong organisational and time management skills. What's on Offer? Salary circa 90,000 , depending on experience. Hybrid and flexible working. February 2027 start. High-quality work with nationally recognised clients. Exposure to landmark property transactions. Clear progression to Partnership (or immediate Partnership for the right candidate). A collaborative and supportive culture. Excellent benefits package and genuine work-life balance. If you're looking to join a market-leading commercial practice where you can work on exceptional quality matters while accelerating your career, Daniel Mason would love to speak to you in confidence
The Role A leading provider fintech for Higher Education is seeking a strategic and commercially driven Account Manager to manage and grow relationships with key university partners. This role offers the opportunity to work across diverse teams including marketing, finance, data, and customer support to deliver outstanding service and innovative solutions. You'll be instrumental in driving value for both clients and the business, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring partner satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Account Growth Manage 10-15 Universities Identify upsell, cross-sell, and innovation opportunities within existing accounts. Achieve and exceed growth targets and KPIs. Attended Ad-Hoc Events Produce accurate forecasts for account performance and revenue projections. Leverage strong partner relationships to support wider business development initiatives. Client Success & Retention Act as the primary point of contact for strategic accounts. Develop and maintain comprehensive account growth plans. Monitor satisfaction levels and address issues proactively to ensure strong retention. Stay current on sector trends and client needs to deliver relevant insights. Collaborate with partners to develop case studies and demonstrate impact. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with internal teams and working alongside a Senior Developement Manager to ensure seamless onboarding, implementation, and ongoing support. Serve as the customer advocate, sharing feedback to inform product and marketing strategies. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing on client success, sales, and account management best practices. Work closely with finance and analytics teams to improve reporting and performance insights. Experience : Account management ideally from the SaaS environment. Skills & Attributes: Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with senior decision-makers. Results-Oriented: Focused on delivering year-over-year performance improvement. Project Management: Skilled in creating and executing structured account plans. Relationship Builder: Develops deep, trusted partnerships. Collaborative: Acts as an internal advocate for clients across departments. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
The Role A leading provider fintech for Higher Education is seeking a strategic and commercially driven Account Manager to manage and grow relationships with key university partners. This role offers the opportunity to work across diverse teams including marketing, finance, data, and customer support to deliver outstanding service and innovative solutions. You'll be instrumental in driving value for both clients and the business, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring partner satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Account Growth Manage 10-15 Universities Identify upsell, cross-sell, and innovation opportunities within existing accounts. Achieve and exceed growth targets and KPIs. Attended Ad-Hoc Events Produce accurate forecasts for account performance and revenue projections. Leverage strong partner relationships to support wider business development initiatives. Client Success & Retention Act as the primary point of contact for strategic accounts. Develop and maintain comprehensive account growth plans. Monitor satisfaction levels and address issues proactively to ensure strong retention. Stay current on sector trends and client needs to deliver relevant insights. Collaborate with partners to develop case studies and demonstrate impact. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with internal teams and working alongside a Senior Developement Manager to ensure seamless onboarding, implementation, and ongoing support. Serve as the customer advocate, sharing feedback to inform product and marketing strategies. Contribute to internal knowledge sharing on client success, sales, and account management best practices. Work closely with finance and analytics teams to improve reporting and performance insights. Experience : Account management ideally from the SaaS environment. Skills & Attributes: Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with senior decision-makers. Results-Oriented: Focused on delivering year-over-year performance improvement. Project Management: Skilled in creating and executing structured account plans. Relationship Builder: Develops deep, trusted partnerships. Collaborative: Acts as an internal advocate for clients across departments. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Senior Commercial Analyst / Finance Business Partner Crewe Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) Up to £65,000 + Benefits Help Drive Commercial Decisions Through Insight CPL are partnering with a successful and well-established organisation to recruit a Senior Commercial Analyst / Finance Business Partner. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key business decisions. Operating in a fast-paced and commercially focused environment, our client is continuing to invest in growth, innovation and data-driven decision making. They are looking for an analytical finance professional who can turn complex data into meaningful insight and help shape business performance. What You'll Be Doing Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations and Finance teams, you will: Analyse revenue, margins, profitability and key performance drivers. Provide commercial insight to support pricing, investment and strategic decision-making. Deliver customer, product, channel and campaign performance analysis. Build forecasts, financial models and scenario plans. Produce dashboards and management information that support business decisions. Identify risks, opportunities and areas for performance improvement. Present clear, actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders. Act as a trusted business partner, influencing and challenging where appropriate. About You You'll have: Experience within Commercial Finance, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills. Experience partnering with Sales, Marketing or Operational teams. A strong understanding of margins, profitability and commercial performance. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. The confidence to challenge and influence senior decision-makers. Why Apply? Report directly to the CFO. High visibility across the business. Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and performance. Hybrid working environment. Salary up to £65,000 plus benefits.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Senior Commercial Analyst / Finance Business Partner Crewe Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) Up to £65,000 + Benefits Help Drive Commercial Decisions Through Insight CPL are partnering with a successful and well-established organisation to recruit a Senior Commercial Analyst / Finance Business Partner. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key business decisions. Operating in a fast-paced and commercially focused environment, our client is continuing to invest in growth, innovation and data-driven decision making. They are looking for an analytical finance professional who can turn complex data into meaningful insight and help shape business performance. What You'll Be Doing Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations and Finance teams, you will: Analyse revenue, margins, profitability and key performance drivers. Provide commercial insight to support pricing, investment and strategic decision-making. Deliver customer, product, channel and campaign performance analysis. Build forecasts, financial models and scenario plans. Produce dashboards and management information that support business decisions. Identify risks, opportunities and areas for performance improvement. Present clear, actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders. Act as a trusted business partner, influencing and challenging where appropriate. About You You'll have: Experience within Commercial Finance, FP&A or Finance Business Partnering. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills. Experience partnering with Sales, Marketing or Operational teams. A strong understanding of margins, profitability and commercial performance. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. The confidence to challenge and influence senior decision-makers. Why Apply? Report directly to the CFO. High visibility across the business. Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and performance. Hybrid working environment. Salary up to £65,000 plus benefits.
SF Partners are working with a business based in Newton Abbot who are looking for an Aftersales Manager / Head of Aftersales to join the team c£50,000 Office based The Opportunity We are recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious business for an experienced Head of Aftersales / Aftersales Manager to take ownership of its customer care and aftersales operation. This is a hands-on role with a significant opportunity to shape and develop the aftersales function. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring customers receive an excellent level of support following delivery, while establishing the processes, supplier network and service infrastructure required to provide a responsive and professional aftersales service. A key initial priority will be to develop and implement a reliable nationwide service and repair solution for the company's vehicle fleet/customer vehicles, including identifying and appointing appropriate third-party service providers, garages and mobile repair partners. Key Responsibilities Customer Care & Aftersales Take overall ownership of the customer journey Act as the senior point of escalation for aftersales issues, ensuring problems are resolved quickly and professionally. Develop a customer-first culture focused on responsiveness, communication and effective problem resolution. Establish clear service levels and processes for managing customer enquiries, faults, repairs and complaints. Monitor customer satisfaction and identify opportunities to continually improve the aftersales experience. Build strong relationships with customers and ensure they are kept informed throughout any repair or service process. Service & Repair Network Establish and manage a network of trusted service providers for van/vehicle repairs, maintenance and technical support. Identify, assess and appoint suitable garages, mobile technicians and specialist repair partners across the required geographical coverage. Negotiate commercial agreements, service levels and response times with third-party providers. Create clear processes for authorising, tracking and managing repairs. Ensure suppliers deliver against agreed standards for quality, cost and turnaround time. Develop contingency arrangements for urgent repairs and vehicle-off-road situations. Regularly review supplier performance and replace or expand the network where required. Warranty & Technical Support Develop effective processes for managing warranty claims and technical issues. Coordinate with internal teams, manufacturers, suppliers and external service partners to diagnose and resolve faults. Track recurring issues and use aftersales data to identify underlying product or quality concerns. Feed customer and repair insights back into the wider business to support continuous product improvement. Ensure warranty costs and third-party repair expenditure are appropriately controlled and reported. Building the Aftersales Function Review the existing aftersales operation and implement appropriate systems, processes and controls. Define clear responsibilities and escalation procedures across customer care, technical support and repairs. Introduce appropriate KPIs covering areas such as response time, resolution time, vehicle downtime, customer satisfaction, repair costs and repeat faults. Implement reporting that provides senior management with visibility of aftersales performance. Assess future resource requirements and build the aftersales/customer care team as the business grows. Work closely with Operations, Sales, Engineering/Technical and Finance to ensure a joined-up customer experience. About You We are looking for someone who combines strong customer service leadership with practical operational experience. You are likely to have experience in aftersales, fleet operations, automotive service, commercial vehicles, vehicle conversions, leasing, rental, engineering services or a related environment. You will ideally bring: Previous experience in an Aftersales Manager, Head of Aftersales, Customer Care Manager, Service Manager or Fleet Service position. Strong knowledge of vehicle servicing, repairs and maintenance, ideally involving vans or light commercial vehicles (LCVs). Experience managing external garages, service centres, mobile technicians or other third-party service providers. A track record of developing processes and improving customer service operations. Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills. Experience managing customer complaints and complex escalations. An ability to understand technical issues and communicate them clearly to customers and non-technical colleagues. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple live customer and repair cases. A data-led approach, with experience establishing and monitoring service KPIs. The confidence to build a function and introduce structure within a growing business.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
SF Partners are working with a business based in Newton Abbot who are looking for an Aftersales Manager / Head of Aftersales to join the team c£50,000 Office based The Opportunity We are recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious business for an experienced Head of Aftersales / Aftersales Manager to take ownership of its customer care and aftersales operation. This is a hands-on role with a significant opportunity to shape and develop the aftersales function. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring customers receive an excellent level of support following delivery, while establishing the processes, supplier network and service infrastructure required to provide a responsive and professional aftersales service. A key initial priority will be to develop and implement a reliable nationwide service and repair solution for the company's vehicle fleet/customer vehicles, including identifying and appointing appropriate third-party service providers, garages and mobile repair partners. Key Responsibilities Customer Care & Aftersales Take overall ownership of the customer journey Act as the senior point of escalation for aftersales issues, ensuring problems are resolved quickly and professionally. Develop a customer-first culture focused on responsiveness, communication and effective problem resolution. Establish clear service levels and processes for managing customer enquiries, faults, repairs and complaints. Monitor customer satisfaction and identify opportunities to continually improve the aftersales experience. Build strong relationships with customers and ensure they are kept informed throughout any repair or service process. Service & Repair Network Establish and manage a network of trusted service providers for van/vehicle repairs, maintenance and technical support. Identify, assess and appoint suitable garages, mobile technicians and specialist repair partners across the required geographical coverage. Negotiate commercial agreements, service levels and response times with third-party providers. Create clear processes for authorising, tracking and managing repairs. Ensure suppliers deliver against agreed standards for quality, cost and turnaround time. Develop contingency arrangements for urgent repairs and vehicle-off-road situations. Regularly review supplier performance and replace or expand the network where required. Warranty & Technical Support Develop effective processes for managing warranty claims and technical issues. Coordinate with internal teams, manufacturers, suppliers and external service partners to diagnose and resolve faults. Track recurring issues and use aftersales data to identify underlying product or quality concerns. Feed customer and repair insights back into the wider business to support continuous product improvement. Ensure warranty costs and third-party repair expenditure are appropriately controlled and reported. Building the Aftersales Function Review the existing aftersales operation and implement appropriate systems, processes and controls. Define clear responsibilities and escalation procedures across customer care, technical support and repairs. Introduce appropriate KPIs covering areas such as response time, resolution time, vehicle downtime, customer satisfaction, repair costs and repeat faults. Implement reporting that provides senior management with visibility of aftersales performance. Assess future resource requirements and build the aftersales/customer care team as the business grows. Work closely with Operations, Sales, Engineering/Technical and Finance to ensure a joined-up customer experience. About You We are looking for someone who combines strong customer service leadership with practical operational experience. You are likely to have experience in aftersales, fleet operations, automotive service, commercial vehicles, vehicle conversions, leasing, rental, engineering services or a related environment. You will ideally bring: Previous experience in an Aftersales Manager, Head of Aftersales, Customer Care Manager, Service Manager or Fleet Service position. Strong knowledge of vehicle servicing, repairs and maintenance, ideally involving vans or light commercial vehicles (LCVs). Experience managing external garages, service centres, mobile technicians or other third-party service providers. A track record of developing processes and improving customer service operations. Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills. Experience managing customer complaints and complex escalations. An ability to understand technical issues and communicate them clearly to customers and non-technical colleagues. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple live customer and repair cases. A data-led approach, with experience establishing and monitoring service KPIs. The confidence to build a function and introduce structure within a growing business.
Head of Salesforce Location: Hybrid - Gerrards Cross - 2-3 days per week Salary: 80- 100k + Bonus Type: Permanent No Sponsorship Available Purpose of the Role We are looking for an experienced Head of Salesforce to take end-to-end ownership of Salesforce and the wider commercial technology ecosystem supporting Sales, Customer Success, Order Management and Support. Salesforce is the operational backbone of the commercial organisation, and you will be accountable for its strategy, roadmap, governance, optimisation and day-to-day effectiveness. This is a leadership role but not a hands-off position. You will need to be technically credible within Salesforce, comfortable getting into the detail of configuration and processes, while providing strategic direction and challenging internal stakeholders and external implementation partners. A key priority will be ownership of Salesforce CPQ, ensuring pricing, product configuration, bundles, discounting and approval processes are scalable and well governed. Strong working knowledge of Salesforce CPQ is a mandatory requirement for this role. You will lead a small internal Salesforce team, manage an external Salesforce implementation partner and work closely with senior commercial stakeholders to ensure the platform delivers measurable business value. Key Responsibilities Salesforce Strategy & Ownership Own the Salesforce strategy, roadmap and operating model across the organisation. Define and prioritise Salesforce initiatives aligned to commercial objectives and business growth. Act as the senior Salesforce authority, providing direction on platform design, governance and best practice. Translate commercial requirements into scalable Salesforce processes across lead management, opportunities, pipeline, quoting, renewals, forecasting, attribution and approvals. Establish effective governance around platform changes, configuration, integrations, data and user access. Salesforce CPQ Own the ongoing administration, optimisation and roadmap of Salesforce CPQ. Manage product configuration, pricing structures, bundles, discounting and approval processes. Partner with Sales and Finance to ensure CPQ supports effective and scalable quote-to-cash processes. Manage specialist CPQ development and configuration delivered by external Salesforce partners. Identify opportunities to simplify and automate quoting and approval processes. Platform & Technical Leadership Maintain technical oversight across Sales Cloud and Service Cloud. Provide hands-on configuration where required, including Flow, validation rules, permission sets, page layouts, record types, reports and dashboards. Establish technical standards and design principles across the Salesforce environment. Ensure platform changes are effectively scoped, tested, documented and deployed. Lead investigations into complex platform issues and address root causes. Reduce support demand through better design, automation, governance and user self-service. Manage Salesforce releases and identify opportunities to utilise new functionality. Commercial Technology Ecosystem Own the wider Salesforce ecosystem, including platforms such as HubSpot, Clari, SalesLoft and Highspot. Ensure integrations, field mappings and data flows remain reliable and scalable. Evaluate Salesforce and AppExchange capabilities based on commercial value. Identify opportunities to automate, consolidate and improve the commercial technology stack. Help shape the roadmap for emerging Salesforce capabilities including Agentforce and AI. Leadership & Partner Management Lead, manage and develop a small internal Salesforce team. Establish clear priorities, responsibilities and technical standards. Coach team members and support professional development and Salesforce certifications. Own the relationship with the Salesforce implementation partner and relevant technology vendors. Scope specialist development, integration and transformation work. Hold external partners accountable for quality, cost, delivery and technical standards. Manage Salesforce resources, workload and relevant partner budgets. Governance, Data & Optimisation Ensure Salesforce remains stable, secure and high performing. Establish governance around data quality, security, permissions and platform changes. Own Salesforce data standards, including imports, mass updates, deduplication and data integrity. Monitor platform health, user adoption, performance and data quality. Establish KPIs for measuring Salesforce effectiveness and commercial value. Continuously identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve user experience. Senior Stakeholder Management Act as the senior Salesforce subject-matter expert across the organisation. Partner with leaders across Sales, Customer Success, Finance, Operations and Technology. Challenge requirements where appropriate and ensure solutions address genuine business problems. Communicate the Salesforce roadmap, priorities and platform changes to senior stakeholders. Provide visibility of platform performance, adoption, investment and ROI. Lead Salesforce adoption, training and change initiatives. Essential Experience Significant experience owning or leading Salesforce within a B2B commercial environment, ideally SaaS or technology. Strong hands-on Salesforce knowledge across Sales Cloud and Service Cloud. Strong working knowledge of Salesforce CPQ is mandatory, including pricing, product configuration, bundles, discounting and approval processes. Strong understanding of B2B commercial processes including pipeline, opportunities, quoting, renewals, forecasting and attribution. Strong declarative Salesforce configuration experience, including Flow, validation rules, permission sets, record types, page layouts, reports and dashboards. Experience defining and owning a Salesforce strategy and roadmap. Experience integrating Salesforce with commercial platforms such as HubSpot, Clari, SalesLoft or similar. Strong understanding of Salesforce data management, governance and security. Experience managing Salesforce implementation partners and external vendors. Experience leading, mentoring or managing Salesforce professionals. Track record of improving Salesforce adoption, reducing technical debt and simplifying business processes. Ability to influence and challenge senior commercial stakeholders. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate between commercial and technical requirements. Desirable Experience Previous experience as a Head of Salesforce, Salesforce Platform Lead, Salesforce Product Owner, Salesforce Manager or Senior Salesforce Lead. SaaS, software or technology industry experience. Salesforce certifications such as Administrator, Advanced Administrator, Platform App Builder or CPQ accreditation. Knowledge of Agentforce and Salesforce AI capabilities. Experience with AppExchange products and vendor evaluation. Familiarity with Jira and Salesforce integrations. Tableau, Power BI or similar reporting experience. Experience across broader Quote-to-Cash / Lead-to-Cash transformation. Key Competencies Strategic leadership - able to define the direction of Salesforce while remaining technically close to the platform. Commercial mindset - understands how B2B organisations sell, quote, forecast, renew and grow customers. Technical credibility - confident challenging solution designs, partners and technical decisions. Leadership - capable of developing a strong internal Salesforce capability. Stakeholder influence - comfortable engaging with and challenging senior leaders. Continuous improvement - constantly looking to simplify, automate and optimise the Salesforce ecosystem.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Head of Salesforce Location: Hybrid - Gerrards Cross - 2-3 days per week Salary: 80- 100k + Bonus Type: Permanent No Sponsorship Available Purpose of the Role We are looking for an experienced Head of Salesforce to take end-to-end ownership of Salesforce and the wider commercial technology ecosystem supporting Sales, Customer Success, Order Management and Support. Salesforce is the operational backbone of the commercial organisation, and you will be accountable for its strategy, roadmap, governance, optimisation and day-to-day effectiveness. This is a leadership role but not a hands-off position. You will need to be technically credible within Salesforce, comfortable getting into the detail of configuration and processes, while providing strategic direction and challenging internal stakeholders and external implementation partners. A key priority will be ownership of Salesforce CPQ, ensuring pricing, product configuration, bundles, discounting and approval processes are scalable and well governed. Strong working knowledge of Salesforce CPQ is a mandatory requirement for this role. You will lead a small internal Salesforce team, manage an external Salesforce implementation partner and work closely with senior commercial stakeholders to ensure the platform delivers measurable business value. Key Responsibilities Salesforce Strategy & Ownership Own the Salesforce strategy, roadmap and operating model across the organisation. Define and prioritise Salesforce initiatives aligned to commercial objectives and business growth. Act as the senior Salesforce authority, providing direction on platform design, governance and best practice. Translate commercial requirements into scalable Salesforce processes across lead management, opportunities, pipeline, quoting, renewals, forecasting, attribution and approvals. Establish effective governance around platform changes, configuration, integrations, data and user access. Salesforce CPQ Own the ongoing administration, optimisation and roadmap of Salesforce CPQ. Manage product configuration, pricing structures, bundles, discounting and approval processes. Partner with Sales and Finance to ensure CPQ supports effective and scalable quote-to-cash processes. Manage specialist CPQ development and configuration delivered by external Salesforce partners. Identify opportunities to simplify and automate quoting and approval processes. Platform & Technical Leadership Maintain technical oversight across Sales Cloud and Service Cloud. Provide hands-on configuration where required, including Flow, validation rules, permission sets, page layouts, record types, reports and dashboards. Establish technical standards and design principles across the Salesforce environment. Ensure platform changes are effectively scoped, tested, documented and deployed. Lead investigations into complex platform issues and address root causes. Reduce support demand through better design, automation, governance and user self-service. Manage Salesforce releases and identify opportunities to utilise new functionality. Commercial Technology Ecosystem Own the wider Salesforce ecosystem, including platforms such as HubSpot, Clari, SalesLoft and Highspot. Ensure integrations, field mappings and data flows remain reliable and scalable. Evaluate Salesforce and AppExchange capabilities based on commercial value. Identify opportunities to automate, consolidate and improve the commercial technology stack. Help shape the roadmap for emerging Salesforce capabilities including Agentforce and AI. Leadership & Partner Management Lead, manage and develop a small internal Salesforce team. Establish clear priorities, responsibilities and technical standards. Coach team members and support professional development and Salesforce certifications. Own the relationship with the Salesforce implementation partner and relevant technology vendors. Scope specialist development, integration and transformation work. Hold external partners accountable for quality, cost, delivery and technical standards. Manage Salesforce resources, workload and relevant partner budgets. Governance, Data & Optimisation Ensure Salesforce remains stable, secure and high performing. Establish governance around data quality, security, permissions and platform changes. Own Salesforce data standards, including imports, mass updates, deduplication and data integrity. Monitor platform health, user adoption, performance and data quality. Establish KPIs for measuring Salesforce effectiveness and commercial value. Continuously identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve user experience. Senior Stakeholder Management Act as the senior Salesforce subject-matter expert across the organisation. Partner with leaders across Sales, Customer Success, Finance, Operations and Technology. Challenge requirements where appropriate and ensure solutions address genuine business problems. Communicate the Salesforce roadmap, priorities and platform changes to senior stakeholders. Provide visibility of platform performance, adoption, investment and ROI. Lead Salesforce adoption, training and change initiatives. Essential Experience Significant experience owning or leading Salesforce within a B2B commercial environment, ideally SaaS or technology. Strong hands-on Salesforce knowledge across Sales Cloud and Service Cloud. Strong working knowledge of Salesforce CPQ is mandatory, including pricing, product configuration, bundles, discounting and approval processes. Strong understanding of B2B commercial processes including pipeline, opportunities, quoting, renewals, forecasting and attribution. Strong declarative Salesforce configuration experience, including Flow, validation rules, permission sets, record types, page layouts, reports and dashboards. Experience defining and owning a Salesforce strategy and roadmap. Experience integrating Salesforce with commercial platforms such as HubSpot, Clari, SalesLoft or similar. Strong understanding of Salesforce data management, governance and security. Experience managing Salesforce implementation partners and external vendors. Experience leading, mentoring or managing Salesforce professionals. Track record of improving Salesforce adoption, reducing technical debt and simplifying business processes. Ability to influence and challenge senior commercial stakeholders. Strong communication skills with the ability to translate between commercial and technical requirements. Desirable Experience Previous experience as a Head of Salesforce, Salesforce Platform Lead, Salesforce Product Owner, Salesforce Manager or Senior Salesforce Lead. SaaS, software or technology industry experience. Salesforce certifications such as Administrator, Advanced Administrator, Platform App Builder or CPQ accreditation. Knowledge of Agentforce and Salesforce AI capabilities. Experience with AppExchange products and vendor evaluation. Familiarity with Jira and Salesforce integrations. Tableau, Power BI or similar reporting experience. Experience across broader Quote-to-Cash / Lead-to-Cash transformation. Key Competencies Strategic leadership - able to define the direction of Salesforce while remaining technically close to the platform. Commercial mindset - understands how B2B organisations sell, quote, forecast, renew and grow customers. Technical credibility - confident challenging solution designs, partners and technical decisions. Leadership - capable of developing a strong internal Salesforce capability. Stakeholder influence - comfortable engaging with and challenging senior leaders. Continuous improvement - constantly looking to simplify, automate and optimise the Salesforce ecosystem.
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.
Aug 21, 2026
Contractor
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.
Interim Finance Process Transformation Lead - SAP S/4HANA 1,250 per day - Outside IR35 Interim - Approx 12 Months Manchester We are partnering with a major FTSE-listed organisation on a significant Finance Transformation programme as it prepares for the next stage of its journey towards SAP S/4HANA. We are looking for a highly experienced Finance Process Transformation Lead to lead a critical discovery, assessment and roadmap phase across Record-to-Report (R2R/RTR), Order-to-Cash (O2C/OTC) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P/PTP). This is not a general Transformation, Change, PMO or SAP implementation role. We specifically need someone who has previously led a comparable Finance Process Transformation within a major SAP S/4HANA programme and can demonstrate this clearly. The role - Working closely with senior Finance and Transformation leadership, you will: - Lead discovery and diagnostic activity across Finance processes, systems and data. - Assess current-state processes and help define the future-state across R2R, O2C and P2P. - Identify opportunities for process standardisation, simplification, data harmonisation and improved governance. - Help define a prioritised, value-led Finance Transformation roadmap. - Challenge recommendations and proposed solutions from external consultancies and System Integrators. - Ensure future Finance processes align appropriately with S/4HANA standard ways of working, challenging unnecessary customisation. - Develop value frameworks and support business cases linking transformation initiatives to measurable outcomes. - Engage and influence senior Finance, Transformation and Executive stakeholders. - Help take the programme from discovery and roadmap into mobilisation for subsequent delivery. Essential experience - please read before applying To be considered you must be able to demonstrate: - Significant SAP S/4HANA Finance Transformation experience. - Previous responsibility for leading the discovery / diagnostic / roadmap stage of a major S/4HANA Finance Transformation. - Genuine Finance Process Transformation experience - not simply SAP implementation, programme management, change management, testing, PMO or technology transformation. - Strong end-to-end process knowledge across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience of current-state assessment, future-state process design, process optimisation and standardisation. - Sufficient S/4HANA knowledge to challenge proposed solutions, process design and customisation decisions, rather than relying entirely on SAP technical specialists. - Experience working with and challenging Tier 1 consultancies / major System Integrators. - Experience turning discovery into a prioritised transformation roadmap and/or business case. - Credibility operating with senior Finance and Executive stakeholders. Please do not apply solely because you have worked on an S/4HANA programme or have general transformation experience. We need someone who has personally led Finance Process Transformation within an S/4HANA environment, with demonstrable experience across the areas above. Due to the specific nature of this assignment, please ensure your CV or covering note clearly includes the following: - Your specific S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience, including the organisations/programmes where you gained it. - Whether you have personally led discovery / diagnostic and transformation roadmap activity and what you delivered. - Your experience across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience managing/challenging external consultancies or System Integrators. - Your current location. - Your availability / earliest start date. - Your required day rate. - Confirmation of your right to work in the UK, including whether you require sponsorship or are subject to any restrictions. We will NOT be able to progress applications whose CV or Cover Notes do not include the essential S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience above. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 21, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Finance Process Transformation Lead - SAP S/4HANA 1,250 per day - Outside IR35 Interim - Approx 12 Months Manchester We are partnering with a major FTSE-listed organisation on a significant Finance Transformation programme as it prepares for the next stage of its journey towards SAP S/4HANA. We are looking for a highly experienced Finance Process Transformation Lead to lead a critical discovery, assessment and roadmap phase across Record-to-Report (R2R/RTR), Order-to-Cash (O2C/OTC) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P/PTP). This is not a general Transformation, Change, PMO or SAP implementation role. We specifically need someone who has previously led a comparable Finance Process Transformation within a major SAP S/4HANA programme and can demonstrate this clearly. The role - Working closely with senior Finance and Transformation leadership, you will: - Lead discovery and diagnostic activity across Finance processes, systems and data. - Assess current-state processes and help define the future-state across R2R, O2C and P2P. - Identify opportunities for process standardisation, simplification, data harmonisation and improved governance. - Help define a prioritised, value-led Finance Transformation roadmap. - Challenge recommendations and proposed solutions from external consultancies and System Integrators. - Ensure future Finance processes align appropriately with S/4HANA standard ways of working, challenging unnecessary customisation. - Develop value frameworks and support business cases linking transformation initiatives to measurable outcomes. - Engage and influence senior Finance, Transformation and Executive stakeholders. - Help take the programme from discovery and roadmap into mobilisation for subsequent delivery. Essential experience - please read before applying To be considered you must be able to demonstrate: - Significant SAP S/4HANA Finance Transformation experience. - Previous responsibility for leading the discovery / diagnostic / roadmap stage of a major S/4HANA Finance Transformation. - Genuine Finance Process Transformation experience - not simply SAP implementation, programme management, change management, testing, PMO or technology transformation. - Strong end-to-end process knowledge across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience of current-state assessment, future-state process design, process optimisation and standardisation. - Sufficient S/4HANA knowledge to challenge proposed solutions, process design and customisation decisions, rather than relying entirely on SAP technical specialists. - Experience working with and challenging Tier 1 consultancies / major System Integrators. - Experience turning discovery into a prioritised transformation roadmap and/or business case. - Credibility operating with senior Finance and Executive stakeholders. Please do not apply solely because you have worked on an S/4HANA programme or have general transformation experience. We need someone who has personally led Finance Process Transformation within an S/4HANA environment, with demonstrable experience across the areas above. Due to the specific nature of this assignment, please ensure your CV or covering note clearly includes the following: - Your specific S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience, including the organisations/programmes where you gained it. - Whether you have personally led discovery / diagnostic and transformation roadmap activity and what you delivered. - Your experience across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience managing/challenging external consultancies or System Integrators. - Your current location. - Your availability / earliest start date. - Your required day rate. - Confirmation of your right to work in the UK, including whether you require sponsorship or are subject to any restrictions. We will NOT be able to progress applications whose CV or Cover Notes do not include the essential S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience above. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Accounts Assistant & Income Recovery Your New Company Hays are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation that is seeking an Accounts Assistant & Income Recovery professional to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business with a strong reputation in its sector, offering a varied role within a supportive and collaborative working environment. Your New Role As an Accounts Assistant & Income Recovery professional, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function while taking ownership of income recovery and customer account management activities. You will work closely with internal departments and customers to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments and the maintenance of accurate financial records. Key responsibilities will include: Managing customer accounts and ensuring payments are received within agreed credit terms. Issuing invoices, statements and payment reminders. Conducting customer credit checks and reviewing credit applications. Reconciling customer accounts and maintaining accurate sales ledger records. Monitoring outstanding debt and proactively following up on overdue balances. Resolving customer account queries and payment disputes. Producing aged debt reports and income recovery updates for management. Managing debt recovery processes, including progressing cases through the small claims process where required. Liaising with internal departments to ensure efficient resolution of account issues. Assisting with wider accounts administration and finance team activities as required. What You'll Need to Succeed To be considered for this opportunity, you will have previous experience within accounts receivable, credit control, income recovery, or a similar finance position.You will also possess: Strong knowledge of sales ledger and debtor management processes. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication and relationship-building abilities. The ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines. Experience handling customer account queries and collections activity. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of debt recovery and small claims procedures would be advantageous. Experience using Sage or similar accounting software is desirable. A positive, proactive and team-focused approach. What You'll Get in Return In return, you will receive: Competitive salary dependent on experience. 28 days annual leave. Comprehensive company benefits package. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Exposure to a varied finance role with both accounts and income recovery responsibilities. The opportunity to join a growing and successful organisation. 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 contact Hays for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Accounts Assistant & Income Recovery Your New Company Hays are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing organisation that is seeking an Accounts Assistant & Income Recovery professional to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business with a strong reputation in its sector, offering a varied role within a supportive and collaborative working environment. Your New Role As an Accounts Assistant & Income Recovery professional, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function while taking ownership of income recovery and customer account management activities. You will work closely with internal departments and customers to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments and the maintenance of accurate financial records. Key responsibilities will include: Managing customer accounts and ensuring payments are received within agreed credit terms. Issuing invoices, statements and payment reminders. Conducting customer credit checks and reviewing credit applications. Reconciling customer accounts and maintaining accurate sales ledger records. Monitoring outstanding debt and proactively following up on overdue balances. Resolving customer account queries and payment disputes. Producing aged debt reports and income recovery updates for management. Managing debt recovery processes, including progressing cases through the small claims process where required. Liaising with internal departments to ensure efficient resolution of account issues. Assisting with wider accounts administration and finance team activities as required. What You'll Need to Succeed To be considered for this opportunity, you will have previous experience within accounts receivable, credit control, income recovery, or a similar finance position.You will also possess: Strong knowledge of sales ledger and debtor management processes. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication and relationship-building abilities. The ability to manage workloads independently and meet deadlines. Experience handling customer account queries and collections activity. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge of debt recovery and small claims procedures would be advantageous. Experience using Sage or similar accounting software is desirable. A positive, proactive and team-focused approach. What You'll Get in Return In return, you will receive: Competitive salary dependent on experience. 28 days annual leave. Comprehensive company benefits package. A supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Exposure to a varied finance role with both accounts and income recovery responsibilities. The opportunity to join a growing and successful organisation. 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 contact Hays 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)
Interim FP&A SupportLocation: Herefordshire Duration: Approx. 2-3 months The RoleHays is exclusively partnering with a well-established business to recruit an interim finance professional to join their team for approximately 2-3 months. This is a hands-on, varied role covering: Maintaining and updating complex spreadsheets, ensuring data is accurate and up to date Analysing financial and operational data, investigating variances and identifying trends where required Producing regular and ad hoc reports to support the finance team and wider business Assisting with data gathering, validation and reconciliation activities Reviewing existing spreadsheets and reporting tools, suggesting process improvements where appropriate Working closely with colleagues across the business to obtain and verify financial information Assisting with finance projects and business initiatives as required Providing flexible support to the wider finance team during a busy period Using advanced Excel functions including PivotTables, V/XLOOKUPs and SUMIFS This role sits outside month-end responsibilities, making it a great opportunity for someone who wants to focus purely on analytical and Excel-based work without the month-end reporting cycle. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 21, 2026
Contractor
Interim FP&A SupportLocation: Herefordshire Duration: Approx. 2-3 months The RoleHays is exclusively partnering with a well-established business to recruit an interim finance professional to join their team for approximately 2-3 months. This is a hands-on, varied role covering: Maintaining and updating complex spreadsheets, ensuring data is accurate and up to date Analysing financial and operational data, investigating variances and identifying trends where required Producing regular and ad hoc reports to support the finance team and wider business Assisting with data gathering, validation and reconciliation activities Reviewing existing spreadsheets and reporting tools, suggesting process improvements where appropriate Working closely with colleagues across the business to obtain and verify financial information Assisting with finance projects and business initiatives as required Providing flexible support to the wider finance team during a busy period Using advanced Excel functions including PivotTables, V/XLOOKUPs and SUMIFS This role sits outside month-end responsibilities, making it a great opportunity for someone who wants to focus purely on analytical and Excel-based work without the month-end reporting cycle. 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)
Interim Finance Process Transformation Lead - SAP S/4HANA 1,250 per day - Outside IR35 Interim - Approx 12 Months Hertfordshire We are partnering with a major FTSE-listed organisation on a significant Finance Transformation programme as it prepares for the next stage of its journey towards SAP S/4HANA. We are looking for a highly experienced Finance Process Transformation Lead to lead a critical discovery, assessment and roadmap phase across Record-to-Report (R2R/RTR), Order-to-Cash (O2C/OTC) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P/PTP). This is not a general Transformation, Change, PMO or SAP implementation role. We specifically need someone who has previously led a comparable Finance Process Transformation within a major SAP S/4HANA programme and can demonstrate this clearly. The role - Working closely with senior Finance and Transformation leadership, you will: - Lead discovery and diagnostic activity across Finance processes, systems and data. - Assess current-state processes and help define the future-state across R2R, O2C and P2P. - Identify opportunities for process standardisation, simplification, data harmonisation and improved governance. - Help define a prioritised, value-led Finance Transformation roadmap. - Challenge recommendations and proposed solutions from external consultancies and System Integrators. - Ensure future Finance processes align appropriately with S/4HANA standard ways of working, challenging unnecessary customisation. - Develop value frameworks and support business cases linking transformation initiatives to measurable outcomes. - Engage and influence senior Finance, Transformation and Executive stakeholders. - Help take the programme from discovery and roadmap into mobilisation for subsequent delivery. Essential experience - please read before applying To be considered you must be able to demonstrate: - Significant SAP S/4HANA Finance Transformation experience. - Previous responsibility for leading the discovery / diagnostic / roadmap stage of a major S/4HANA Finance Transformation. - Genuine Finance Process Transformation experience - not simply SAP implementation, programme management, change management, testing, PMO or technology transformation. - Strong end-to-end process knowledge across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience of current-state assessment, future-state process design, process optimisation and standardisation. - Sufficient S/4HANA knowledge to challenge proposed solutions, process design and customisation decisions, rather than relying entirely on SAP technical specialists. - Experience working with and challenging Tier 1 consultancies / major System Integrators. - Experience turning discovery into a prioritised transformation roadmap and/or business case. - Credibility operating with senior Finance and Executive stakeholders. Please do not apply solely because you have worked on an S/4HANA programme or have general transformation experience. We need someone who has personally led Finance Process Transformation within an S/4HANA environment, with demonstrable experience across the areas above. Due to the specific nature of this assignment, please ensure your CV or covering note clearly includes the following: - Your specific S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience, including the organisations/programmes where you gained it. - Whether you have personally led discovery / diagnostic and transformation roadmap activity and what you delivered. - Your experience across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience managing/challenging external consultancies or System Integrators. - Your current location. - Your availability / earliest start date. - Your required day rate. - Confirmation of your right to work in the UK, including whether you require sponsorship or are subject to any restrictions. We will NOT be able to progress applications whose CV or Cover Notes do not include the essential S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience above. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 21, 2026
Seasonal
Interim Finance Process Transformation Lead - SAP S/4HANA 1,250 per day - Outside IR35 Interim - Approx 12 Months Hertfordshire We are partnering with a major FTSE-listed organisation on a significant Finance Transformation programme as it prepares for the next stage of its journey towards SAP S/4HANA. We are looking for a highly experienced Finance Process Transformation Lead to lead a critical discovery, assessment and roadmap phase across Record-to-Report (R2R/RTR), Order-to-Cash (O2C/OTC) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P/PTP). This is not a general Transformation, Change, PMO or SAP implementation role. We specifically need someone who has previously led a comparable Finance Process Transformation within a major SAP S/4HANA programme and can demonstrate this clearly. The role - Working closely with senior Finance and Transformation leadership, you will: - Lead discovery and diagnostic activity across Finance processes, systems and data. - Assess current-state processes and help define the future-state across R2R, O2C and P2P. - Identify opportunities for process standardisation, simplification, data harmonisation and improved governance. - Help define a prioritised, value-led Finance Transformation roadmap. - Challenge recommendations and proposed solutions from external consultancies and System Integrators. - Ensure future Finance processes align appropriately with S/4HANA standard ways of working, challenging unnecessary customisation. - Develop value frameworks and support business cases linking transformation initiatives to measurable outcomes. - Engage and influence senior Finance, Transformation and Executive stakeholders. - Help take the programme from discovery and roadmap into mobilisation for subsequent delivery. Essential experience - please read before applying To be considered you must be able to demonstrate: - Significant SAP S/4HANA Finance Transformation experience. - Previous responsibility for leading the discovery / diagnostic / roadmap stage of a major S/4HANA Finance Transformation. - Genuine Finance Process Transformation experience - not simply SAP implementation, programme management, change management, testing, PMO or technology transformation. - Strong end-to-end process knowledge across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience of current-state assessment, future-state process design, process optimisation and standardisation. - Sufficient S/4HANA knowledge to challenge proposed solutions, process design and customisation decisions, rather than relying entirely on SAP technical specialists. - Experience working with and challenging Tier 1 consultancies / major System Integrators. - Experience turning discovery into a prioritised transformation roadmap and/or business case. - Credibility operating with senior Finance and Executive stakeholders. Please do not apply solely because you have worked on an S/4HANA programme or have general transformation experience. We need someone who has personally led Finance Process Transformation within an S/4HANA environment, with demonstrable experience across the areas above. Due to the specific nature of this assignment, please ensure your CV or covering note clearly includes the following: - Your specific S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience, including the organisations/programmes where you gained it. - Whether you have personally led discovery / diagnostic and transformation roadmap activity and what you delivered. - Your experience across R2R/RTR, O2C/OTC and P2P/PTP. - Experience managing/challenging external consultancies or System Integrators. - Your current location. - Your availability / earliest start date. - Your required day rate. - Confirmation of your right to work in the UK, including whether you require sponsorship or are subject to any restrictions. We will NOT be able to progress applications whose CV or Cover Notes do not include the essential S/4HANA Finance Process Transformation experience above. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Fractional Finance Director - 1 day per week - 6 month FTC with a view to permanent Growth-Focused Strategic Finance Leader Location: Windsor Commitment: 1 Day per Week Reporting to: Managing Director & Shareholders The Opportunity A successful and ambitious construction business seeking a Fractional Finance Director. Seeking an experienced Fractional Finance Director who can provide strategic financial leadership while partnering closely with the Managing Director and shareholders. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the business, improving commercial performance and building the financial infrastructure required to support sustainable growth. The successful candidate will be a commercially minded finance leader with a proven track record within the construction sector and experience supporting owner-managed businesses through periods of expansion. Key Responsibilities You will work closely with the leadership team to: Develop and execute a robust three-year growth strategy. Improve profitability, margins and EBITDA performance. Strengthen forecasting, budgeting and business planning processes. Increase visibility of project and contract profitability. Improve working capital management and cash generation. Enhance management information, KPI reporting and financial governance. Support strategic decision-making at board level. Drive shareholder value creation. Mentor and develop the existing finance team. Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director and shareholders. Construction Sector Experience is ideal You will have practical experience of: Contract accounting Work-in-progress (WIP) management Long-term contract revenue recognition Applications for payment Retentions management Subcontractor management Contractual risk assessment Project cost control Forecast final account reporting Cash flow management within project-based environments Candidate Profile Essential ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Previous Finance Director or CFO experience. Strong construction sector background. Experience supporting businesses with revenues between £10m and £50m. Strong commercial finance and business partnering capability. Demonstrable success in improving profitability and cash generation. Experience working within owner-managed businesses. Excellent board-level communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly Desirable Experience scaling a construction business from £10m-£20m turnover to £25m-£35m+. Implementation of project profitability reporting and KPI frameworks. Banking, funding and lender relationship management experience. M&A and post-acquisition integration experience. Private equity or investor-backed growth exposure. ERP implementation and finance transformation experience. W
Aug 21, 2026
Contractor
Fractional Finance Director - 1 day per week - 6 month FTC with a view to permanent Growth-Focused Strategic Finance Leader Location: Windsor Commitment: 1 Day per Week Reporting to: Managing Director & Shareholders The Opportunity A successful and ambitious construction business seeking a Fractional Finance Director. Seeking an experienced Fractional Finance Director who can provide strategic financial leadership while partnering closely with the Managing Director and shareholders. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the business, improving commercial performance and building the financial infrastructure required to support sustainable growth. The successful candidate will be a commercially minded finance leader with a proven track record within the construction sector and experience supporting owner-managed businesses through periods of expansion. Key Responsibilities You will work closely with the leadership team to: Develop and execute a robust three-year growth strategy. Improve profitability, margins and EBITDA performance. Strengthen forecasting, budgeting and business planning processes. Increase visibility of project and contract profitability. Improve working capital management and cash generation. Enhance management information, KPI reporting and financial governance. Support strategic decision-making at board level. Drive shareholder value creation. Mentor and develop the existing finance team. Act as a trusted advisor to the Managing Director and shareholders. Construction Sector Experience is ideal You will have practical experience of: Contract accounting Work-in-progress (WIP) management Long-term contract revenue recognition Applications for payment Retentions management Subcontractor management Contractual risk assessment Project cost control Forecast final account reporting Cash flow management within project-based environments Candidate Profile Essential ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. Previous Finance Director or CFO experience. Strong construction sector background. Experience supporting businesses with revenues between £10m and £50m. Strong commercial finance and business partnering capability. Demonstrable success in improving profitability and cash generation. Experience working within owner-managed businesses. Excellent board-level communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly Desirable Experience scaling a construction business from £10m-£20m turnover to £25m-£35m+. Implementation of project profitability reporting and KPI frameworks. Banking, funding and lender relationship management experience. M&A and post-acquisition integration experience. Private equity or investor-backed growth exposure. ERP implementation and finance transformation experience. W
Our client, who are a successful and growing international organisation based in Birmingham, are looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to join their team. You will be actively supporting a range of central business functions with overhead reporting and working closely with stakeholders across the business. You will receive a salary of £40k to £55k, depending on experience plus a broad flexible benefits scheme and hybrid working. Hours are: 9.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. As the Financial Reporting Accountant, your duties will include: Supporting with the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, with a particular focus on overheads. Maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and completing balance sheet and other financial reconciliations. Investigating variances, anomalies and discrepancies, getting to the root cause and ensuring issues are resolved. Working closely with central functions and business stakeholders, including Property, to provide insight and support decision-making. Supporting budgeting, forecasting, profitability and variance analysis across areas of responsibility. Deputising for the Finance Manager when required, including partnering and liaising with internal stakeholders. Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting. Challenging existing processes and ways of working where you believe there is a better or more effective approach. As the Financial Reporting Accountant, you will have: Strong experience in accounting including month-end, reconciliations, general ledger and financial reports. Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail. The confidence to investigate issues and challenge when something doesn't look right. A naturally inquisitive approach - you'll want to understand the why , not just process the numbers. Good Excel skills and experience working with ERP/finance systems; experience with D365 would be advantageous. The ability to communicate finance information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Experience of working with budgets, forecasts and variance analysis Qualified or Part Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA or equivalent would be advantageous You may have worked in any of the following roles: Management Accountant, Reporting & Analysis Accountant, Finance Analyst, Group Finance Analyst, Group Reporting Accountant, Assistant Accountant
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Our client, who are a successful and growing international organisation based in Birmingham, are looking for a Financial Reporting Accountant to join their team. You will be actively supporting a range of central business functions with overhead reporting and working closely with stakeholders across the business. You will receive a salary of £40k to £55k, depending on experience plus a broad flexible benefits scheme and hybrid working. Hours are: 9.00am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday. As the Financial Reporting Accountant, your duties will include: Supporting with the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, with a particular focus on overheads. Maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and completing balance sheet and other financial reconciliations. Investigating variances, anomalies and discrepancies, getting to the root cause and ensuring issues are resolved. Working closely with central functions and business stakeholders, including Property, to provide insight and support decision-making. Supporting budgeting, forecasting, profitability and variance analysis across areas of responsibility. Deputising for the Finance Manager when required, including partnering and liaising with internal stakeholders. Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting. Challenging existing processes and ways of working where you believe there is a better or more effective approach. As the Financial Reporting Accountant, you will have: Strong experience in accounting including month-end, reconciliations, general ledger and financial reports. Strong analytical skills and excellent attention to detail. The confidence to investigate issues and challenge when something doesn't look right. A naturally inquisitive approach - you'll want to understand the why , not just process the numbers. Good Excel skills and experience working with ERP/finance systems; experience with D365 would be advantageous. The ability to communicate finance information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Experience of working with budgets, forecasts and variance analysis Qualified or Part Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA or equivalent would be advantageous You may have worked in any of the following roles: Management Accountant, Reporting & Analysis Accountant, Finance Analyst, Group Finance Analyst, Group Reporting Accountant, Assistant Accountant
Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering with an educational group who are strengthening their finance team in the search for an Interim Management Accountant for 3 months + who will assist with the schools' budgets and forecast preparation as well as support the wider finance. This role will be based in Sheffield and will be 5 days on-site, hours can be flexible.Your new roleYou will join the organisation as a Management Accountant (AAT qualified or part-qualified), taking a pivotal role in delivering timely, accurate financial information that empowers school leaders and senior managers to make confident, evidence-based decisions. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners, school business managers and the central finance team to maintain strong financial controls, support audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations.Your responsibilities will be to produce accurate monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, and balance sheet reporting, month-end processes such as accruals, prepayments and journals, and reconciliations. As an inquisitive finance professional, you will investigate budget variances and queries, produce clear financial analysis and actionable insight, recommend opportunities to maximise income and improve budget monitoring / expenditure across their mufti sites.Your financial reporting and insights will play a pivotal role in providing the schools with good quality financial information to empower them in decision-making.What you'll need to succeedThe successful candidate will be AAT qualified or part-qualified (eg: ACCA, CIMA), with proven experience in management accounting and month-end close processes, ideally across multiple sites or cost centres. You will be highly proficient in Excel and be confident with accounting systems, and be able to prepare accruals, prepayments, journals, P&L and balance sheet reconciliations, as well as be skilled at analysing variances and translating financial data into clear, practical advice for non-specialists.You will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, able to meet tight deadlines and have a collaborative, proactive mindset with a track record of suggesting process improvements to maximise income and strengthen budgetary control.What you'll get in returnWeekly pay, flexible hours, Monday - Friday 8-4 or 7-3. 5 days on site. Please note an enhanced DBS check will be requested for the successful candidate.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, and call Laura Hawksworth on .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 hays.co.uk
Aug 21, 2026
Seasonal
Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering with an educational group who are strengthening their finance team in the search for an Interim Management Accountant for 3 months + who will assist with the schools' budgets and forecast preparation as well as support the wider finance. This role will be based in Sheffield and will be 5 days on-site, hours can be flexible.Your new roleYou will join the organisation as a Management Accountant (AAT qualified or part-qualified), taking a pivotal role in delivering timely, accurate financial information that empowers school leaders and senior managers to make confident, evidence-based decisions. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners, school business managers and the central finance team to maintain strong financial controls, support audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations.Your responsibilities will be to produce accurate monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, and balance sheet reporting, month-end processes such as accruals, prepayments and journals, and reconciliations. As an inquisitive finance professional, you will investigate budget variances and queries, produce clear financial analysis and actionable insight, recommend opportunities to maximise income and improve budget monitoring / expenditure across their mufti sites.Your financial reporting and insights will play a pivotal role in providing the schools with good quality financial information to empower them in decision-making.What you'll need to succeedThe successful candidate will be AAT qualified or part-qualified (eg: ACCA, CIMA), with proven experience in management accounting and month-end close processes, ideally across multiple sites or cost centres. You will be highly proficient in Excel and be confident with accounting systems, and be able to prepare accruals, prepayments, journals, P&L and balance sheet reconciliations, as well as be skilled at analysing variances and translating financial data into clear, practical advice for non-specialists.You will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, meticulous attention to detail, able to meet tight deadlines and have a collaborative, proactive mindset with a track record of suggesting process improvements to maximise income and strengthen budgetary control.What you'll get in returnWeekly pay, flexible hours, Monday - Friday 8-4 or 7-3. 5 days on site. Please note an enhanced DBS check will be requested for the successful candidate.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, and call Laura Hawksworth on .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 hays.co.uk
Finance Business Partner - 400 per day - Start 28th of August - initial three months contract Paid via an umbrella company Recently Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Demonstrable experience in a business partnering, operational finance, project finance or commercial finance environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Brilliant behaviours with a growth mindset and desire to learn and improve themselves and the wider business. Full driving licence and desire to visit the projects on a regular basis. Covering York and other areas of Yorkshire - So must be able to drive to sites Support the Energy Substation & Renewable Connection Division, helping to drive strong financial performance and informed business decisions. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you'll provide valuable insight, challenge, and support to improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business outcomes. You'll lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, while ensuring robust financial governance, accurate reporting, and clear visibility of risks and opportunities across projects and contracts. The role also involves supporting monthly performance reviews, analysing trends, and identifying opportunities to improve margins, optimise costs, and strengthen working capital performance. This is a highly collaborative position where you'll partner with stakeholders across the business, influence strategic decisions, and help embed best-practice financial disciplines. You'll be part of a supportive and high-performing finance team, with opportunities to share knowledge, contribute to wider business initiatives, and continuously develop your skills while making a real impact on the success of the division. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
Aug 21, 2026
Contractor
Finance Business Partner - 400 per day - Start 28th of August - initial three months contract Paid via an umbrella company Recently Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Demonstrable experience in a business partnering, operational finance, project finance or commercial finance environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Brilliant behaviours with a growth mindset and desire to learn and improve themselves and the wider business. Full driving licence and desire to visit the projects on a regular basis. Covering York and other areas of Yorkshire - So must be able to drive to sites Support the Energy Substation & Renewable Connection Division, helping to drive strong financial performance and informed business decisions. Working closely with operational and commercial teams, you'll provide valuable insight, challenge, and support to improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business outcomes. You'll lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, while ensuring robust financial governance, accurate reporting, and clear visibility of risks and opportunities across projects and contracts. The role also involves supporting monthly performance reviews, analysing trends, and identifying opportunities to improve margins, optimise costs, and strengthen working capital performance. This is a highly collaborative position where you'll partner with stakeholders across the business, influence strategic decisions, and help embed best-practice financial disciplines. You'll be part of a supportive and high-performing finance team, with opportunities to share knowledge, contribute to wider business initiatives, and continuously develop your skills while making a real impact on the success of the division. Please note you will receive an automated response advising you that we have received your CV. Morgan Philips Group is a global talent solutions business that disrupts conventional thinking in executive search, recruitment and talent consulting. We operate in over 18 markets in Europe, North & South America, Asia, and the Middle East & Africa. We understand that the future is digital and social, so we embrace the latest technology, including video ads and CVs, as well as social recruiting. Our innovative services are tailored to the new world of work yet we do not lose sight of the fact that employees be they existing and potential are ultimately human beings. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
Your new company A growing and fast-paced organisation is seeking a technically strong Senior Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller during a period of transformation. This is a hands-on role offering significant exposure to complex accounting matters, financial reporting and process improvement within a busy finance function. Your new role Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in the delivery of accurate financial reporting, balance sheet integrity and audit readiness. This position will suit a qualified accountant who enjoys getting into the detail, improving controls and driving best practice across finance. Key responsibilities will include: Producing monthly management accounts and supporting the month-end close process Preparing and maintaining detailed balance sheet reconciliations, including accruals, prepayments and fixed assets Owning accrued and deferred revenue accounting Supporting and leading elements of the external audit process Delivering accurate WIP reporting and analysis Business partnering with Ops Working across multiple systems to improve data quality and reporting accuracy Strengthening financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment. You'll ideally have: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience Previous experience within a consulting or project-based environment Proven ability to manage complex reconciliations and balance sheet controls Strong systems aptitude and advanced Excel skills Experience supporting audits and improving finance processes A proactive and detail-oriented approach combined with strong interpersonal skills What you'll get in return Salary up to 65,000 Close collaboration with an experienced Financial Controller and CFO Exposure to complex accounting and reporting challenges The opportunity to play a key role in shaping a developing finance function What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click to apply now or contact Chris Evans for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Your new company A growing and fast-paced organisation is seeking a technically strong Senior Management Accountant to support the Financial Controller during a period of transformation. This is a hands-on role offering significant exposure to complex accounting matters, financial reporting and process improvement within a busy finance function. Your new role Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in the delivery of accurate financial reporting, balance sheet integrity and audit readiness. This position will suit a qualified accountant who enjoys getting into the detail, improving controls and driving best practice across finance. Key responsibilities will include: Producing monthly management accounts and supporting the month-end close process Preparing and maintaining detailed balance sheet reconciliations, including accruals, prepayments and fixed assets Owning accrued and deferred revenue accounting Supporting and leading elements of the external audit process Delivering accurate WIP reporting and analysis Business partnering with Ops Working across multiple systems to improve data quality and reporting accuracy Strengthening financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-moving environment. You'll ideally have: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification Strong technical accounting and financial reporting experience Previous experience within a consulting or project-based environment Proven ability to manage complex reconciliations and balance sheet controls Strong systems aptitude and advanced Excel skills Experience supporting audits and improving finance processes A proactive and detail-oriented approach combined with strong interpersonal skills What you'll get in return Salary up to 65,000 Close collaboration with an experienced Financial Controller and CFO Exposure to complex accounting and reporting challenges The opportunity to play a key role in shaping a developing finance function What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click to apply now or contact Chris Evans for a confidential discussion. 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)
Group Finance Manager £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits Gloucestershire A growing, family-owned group business is seeking an experienced Group Finance Manager to lead its finance function during an exciting period of growth and development. Managing a team of four, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation across a multi-entity business, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and the smooth running of a high-volume transactional finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role offering the opportunity to make a genuine impact. Alongside managing reporting, budgeting and financial controls, you'll be tasked with driving efficiencies, improving processes and procedures, and helping create a more streamlined and scalable finance function. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of 4 finance staff Prepare monthly management accounts and group reporting Oversee high-volume transactional finance activities Manage month-end processes, reconciliations and financial controls Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Drive process improvements and increased automation within finance Partner with operational stakeholders across the business Support year-end and audit requirements About You ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven Finance Manager / Group Finance Manager experience Strong management accounting and reporting background Experience managing transactional finance teams Commercial, hands-on and proactive approach Passion for continuous improvement and process optimisation Comfortable operating within a fast-paced SME environment The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and ambitious business where you'll have real influence over the finance function and play a key role in supporting future growth. For a finance professional who enjoys combining team leadership, operational finance and continuous improvement, this role offers both challenge and long-term career potential.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Group Finance Manager £50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits Gloucestershire A growing, family-owned group business is seeking an experienced Group Finance Manager to lead its finance function during an exciting period of growth and development. Managing a team of four, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation across a multi-entity business, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and the smooth running of a high-volume transactional finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role offering the opportunity to make a genuine impact. Alongside managing reporting, budgeting and financial controls, you'll be tasked with driving efficiencies, improving processes and procedures, and helping create a more streamlined and scalable finance function. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop a team of 4 finance staff Prepare monthly management accounts and group reporting Oversee high-volume transactional finance activities Manage month-end processes, reconciliations and financial controls Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Drive process improvements and increased automation within finance Partner with operational stakeholders across the business Support year-end and audit requirements About You ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven Finance Manager / Group Finance Manager experience Strong management accounting and reporting background Experience managing transactional finance teams Commercial, hands-on and proactive approach Passion for continuous improvement and process optimisation Comfortable operating within a fast-paced SME environment The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and ambitious business where you'll have real influence over the finance function and play a key role in supporting future growth. For a finance professional who enjoys combining team leadership, operational finance and continuous improvement, this role offers both challenge and long-term career potential.
The OpportunityAn established and values-led organisation is looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner to join its finance team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational leaders, providing insightful financial support that drives effective decision-making and organisational performance.The Role Produce monthly management accounts and reports Support budgeting, forecasting and planning Partner with budget holders across the business Provide financial analysis and insights Assist with year-end accounts and audit Support grant funding and compliance activities The Person Qualified or studying ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA Experience in management accounting or business partnering Strong Excel and financial analysis skills Excellent stakeholder communication skills Able to manage competing priorities effectively Proactive, organised and solutions-focused The Benefits Varied finance business partnering role Exposure to senior stakeholders Opportunity to influence decision-making Supportive and collaborative team culture Ongoing professional development Flexible working environment If you're looking for a role where you can combine strong financial expertise with meaningful stakeholder engagement, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
The OpportunityAn established and values-led organisation is looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner to join its finance team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with operational leaders, providing insightful financial support that drives effective decision-making and organisational performance.The Role Produce monthly management accounts and reports Support budgeting, forecasting and planning Partner with budget holders across the business Provide financial analysis and insights Assist with year-end accounts and audit Support grant funding and compliance activities The Person Qualified or studying ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA Experience in management accounting or business partnering Strong Excel and financial analysis skills Excellent stakeholder communication skills Able to manage competing priorities effectively Proactive, organised and solutions-focused The Benefits Varied finance business partnering role Exposure to senior stakeholders Opportunity to influence decision-making Supportive and collaborative team culture Ongoing professional development Flexible working environment If you're looking for a role where you can combine strong financial expertise with meaningful stakeholder engagement, we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Manager - Property Investment & Planning to play a key leadership role within our Asset Management team.This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced property, asset management or investment professional to help shape and deliver our Asset Management and Net Zero strategies, whilst leading significant investment programmes across our housing stock.You'll combine strategic thinking with strong programme and people management, overseeing investment activity, budgets, procurement, surveying, asset data and performance. You'll work closely with senior leaders, Boards, colleagues, statutory bodies and external partners to make sure our investment programmes are well planned, well governed and deliver measurable outcomes.With responsibility for managing and reporting on delivery programmes of up to £80 million per annum, this is a role where your expertise, leadership and ability to turn complex information into effective investment decisions will make a real difference. Together Housing Group: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. Diversity & Inclusion: As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - Equality and diversity - Together Housing GroupRequirementsOutline of Key Responsibilities in the role Lead the development and delivery of major investment and Net Zero programmes across the Group's housing stock.Develop short, medium and long-term investment plans, managing programmes, budgets, procurement and performance.Oversee stock condition, surveying and asset data to support robust investment planning and evidence-based decision-making.Lead the analysis and reporting of asset and energy data, using systems such as data warehouses and Power BI to provide meaningful insight.Work with internal teams, statutory bodies, local authorities and external partners to ensure programmes are compliant, well governed and deliver value for money.Support externally funded programmes and ensure all funding and regulatory requirements are met.Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies and ways of working to improve investment performance and drive innovation.Provide technical leadership, advice and guidance across the Investment team.Lead, motivate and develop professional teams, creating a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.Represent the Group at sector, stakeholder and partner forums on investment-related matters.We're looking for someone who has Proven experience leading planned investment, cyclical and responsive programmes within a social housing environment.Experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects and delivering clear, measurable outcomes.Demonstrable experience of stock condition and surveying activity within social housing.Experience managing investment programme budgets, procurement and financial performance.Strong experience using asset data, performance information and analysis to support strategic decision-making.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working with senior leaders, statutory bodies and external partners.Strong knowledge of the social housing and asset management environment, including investment, Net Zero, construction, compliance and health and safety.Excellent analytical, numerical, written and communication skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear recommendations.Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.Experience contributing to strategies, policies, business plans or investment programmes through research and strategic thinking.A Level 4 qualification in Construction, Property or a related discipline, such as HNC/HND, BTEC or equivalent.A Level 5 management qualification is desirable, alongside evidence of continuous professional development.A full driving licence and willingness to provide a vehicle for work purposes.BenefitsIn return, we are offering the successful candidate in the role Starting salary: £68,690 per annum 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidaysHybrid workingYou will be required to attend other offices for meetings - Halifax, Wakefield, or Blackburn Office. A flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policiesYou will be working 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Working arrangements are flexible in line with our Smart working culture Wide range of professional, and personal development training opportunitiesAttractive pension schemeA range of financial, health and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability.To view the full range of our benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay!Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an experienced Senior Manager - Property Investment & Planning to play a key leadership role within our Asset Management team.This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced property, asset management or investment professional to help shape and deliver our Asset Management and Net Zero strategies, whilst leading significant investment programmes across our housing stock.You'll combine strategic thinking with strong programme and people management, overseeing investment activity, budgets, procurement, surveying, asset data and performance. You'll work closely with senior leaders, Boards, colleagues, statutory bodies and external partners to make sure our investment programmes are well planned, well governed and deliver measurable outcomes.With responsibility for managing and reporting on delivery programmes of up to £80 million per annum, this is a role where your expertise, leadership and ability to turn complex information into effective investment decisions will make a real difference. Together Housing Group: We are one of the largest housing associations in the North of England, managing over 38,000 homes across the North of England. We are a non-profit organisation, meaning any money we make is invested back into the company for the benefit of our residents and local communities. Diversity & Inclusion: As an organisation we are committed to having a Diverse and Inclusive workforce. We would therefore welcome applications from candidates with any of the nine protected characteristics. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident employer. Further information can be found at this link - Equality and diversity - Together Housing GroupRequirementsOutline of Key Responsibilities in the role Lead the development and delivery of major investment and Net Zero programmes across the Group's housing stock.Develop short, medium and long-term investment plans, managing programmes, budgets, procurement and performance.Oversee stock condition, surveying and asset data to support robust investment planning and evidence-based decision-making.Lead the analysis and reporting of asset and energy data, using systems such as data warehouses and Power BI to provide meaningful insight.Work with internal teams, statutory bodies, local authorities and external partners to ensure programmes are compliant, well governed and deliver value for money.Support externally funded programmes and ensure all funding and regulatory requirements are met.Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies and ways of working to improve investment performance and drive innovation.Provide technical leadership, advice and guidance across the Investment team.Lead, motivate and develop professional teams, creating a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.Represent the Group at sector, stakeholder and partner forums on investment-related matters.We're looking for someone who has Proven experience leading planned investment, cyclical and responsive programmes within a social housing environment.Experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects and delivering clear, measurable outcomes.Demonstrable experience of stock condition and surveying activity within social housing.Experience managing investment programme budgets, procurement and financial performance.Strong experience using asset data, performance information and analysis to support strategic decision-making.Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience working with senior leaders, statutory bodies and external partners.Strong knowledge of the social housing and asset management environment, including investment, Net Zero, construction, compliance and health and safety.Excellent analytical, numerical, written and communication skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear recommendations.Strong project management, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.Experience contributing to strategies, policies, business plans or investment programmes through research and strategic thinking.A Level 4 qualification in Construction, Property or a related discipline, such as HNC/HND, BTEC or equivalent.A Level 5 management qualification is desirable, alongside evidence of continuous professional development.A full driving licence and willingness to provide a vehicle for work purposes.BenefitsIn return, we are offering the successful candidate in the role Starting salary: £68,690 per annum 27 days annual leave (rising to 32 over 5 years' service) + bank holidaysHybrid workingYou will be required to attend other offices for meetings - Halifax, Wakefield, or Blackburn Office. A flexible working environment, with a range of family friendly policiesYou will be working 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Working arrangements are flexible in line with our Smart working culture Wide range of professional, and personal development training opportunitiesAttractive pension schemeA range of financial, health and lifestyle benefits including cycle to work, vehicle leasing and financial advice We have a range of staff support networks, including menopause, culturally diverse, LGBTQ+ and disability.To view the full range of our benefits click on the Employee Benefits Link THG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient numbers of applicants are received. Therefore, please apply without delay!Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.Due to the nature of the role involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post is subject to a Basic Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.
Finance Manager We are recruiting for a newly created Finance Manager role with an established and growing company based in Ashford. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will be a technically strong finance professional with proven people management experience and a passion for developing and motivating high-performing teams. You will have a solid track record of managing month-end and statutory reporting processes across multiple entities. Benefits include; competitive salary, car allowance, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, annual bonus, and the option for 1 day hybrid/week. Key Responsibilities Manage the month-end and year-end reporting processes. Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts. Oversee statutory reporting, VAT returns and the annual audit. Review financial performance, investigating variances and identifying improvements. Lead, develop and motivate the finance team. Support the Finance Director with business projects, including the implementation of a new accounting system in 2027. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and systems. About You Ideally Qualified (ACCA or equivalent) with strong accounts experience supporting multiple entity requirements. Proficient with VAT returns, cashflow management and financial reporting. Ability to manage a varied finance team at different levels. Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities independently. Technically minded with exemplary people management skills. Experience using Sage 50. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other opportunities that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we'd still like to hear from you. You can find us on our website or on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager We are recruiting for a newly created Finance Manager role with an established and growing company based in Ashford. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will be a technically strong finance professional with proven people management experience and a passion for developing and motivating high-performing teams. You will have a solid track record of managing month-end and statutory reporting processes across multiple entities. Benefits include; competitive salary, car allowance, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, annual bonus, and the option for 1 day hybrid/week. Key Responsibilities Manage the month-end and year-end reporting processes. Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets and cash flow forecasts. Oversee statutory reporting, VAT returns and the annual audit. Review financial performance, investigating variances and identifying improvements. Lead, develop and motivate the finance team. Support the Finance Director with business projects, including the implementation of a new accounting system in 2027. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and systems. About You Ideally Qualified (ACCA or equivalent) with strong accounts experience supporting multiple entity requirements. Proficient with VAT returns, cashflow management and financial reporting. Ability to manage a varied finance team at different levels. Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities independently. Technically minded with exemplary people management skills. Experience using Sage 50. New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975. If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other opportunities that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we'd still like to hear from you. You can find us on our website or on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.
Permanent Management Accountant required for a well established business based in Solihull This is a fantastic business with a prestigious customer base which is continuing on a path of sustained growth. This would be a fantastic role for a qualified Management Accountant who is looking for their next step in their career, to take on some Business Partnering and automation. Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for an exciting new project, Management accounts, Creating forecasting models, Data analysis, FP&A, KPI reporting and analysis, having some experience with running payroll for a small company will also be beneficial. You will have strong analytical and communication skills and will be able to really bring the numbers to life to add real value to the business. The role is hybrid. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply immediately. If you are interested in finding out more, please do get in touch and send me your CV and I will contact you.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Permanent Management Accountant required for a well established business based in Solihull This is a fantastic business with a prestigious customer base which is continuing on a path of sustained growth. This would be a fantastic role for a qualified Management Accountant who is looking for their next step in their career, to take on some Business Partnering and automation. Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for an exciting new project, Management accounts, Creating forecasting models, Data analysis, FP&A, KPI reporting and analysis, having some experience with running payroll for a small company will also be beneficial. You will have strong analytical and communication skills and will be able to really bring the numbers to life to add real value to the business. The role is hybrid. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply immediately. If you are interested in finding out more, please do get in touch and send me your CV and I will contact you.
