Management Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Caerphilly (Hybrid Working) £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Are you a commercially minded Management Accountant who enjoys getting out into the business, influencing stakeholders and driving positive change? We're working on behalf of an established and growing organisation within the manufacturing sector that is looking to appoint a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide sickness cover while supporting an exciting period of growth and transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a turnover of approximately £6 million, where you'll act as the senior finance person on site, partnering closely with the Managing Director and operational teams to help drive financial performance and support future growth. The Opportunity This is far more than a traditional month-end accounting role. You'll become a trusted business partner, helping operational managers understand their numbers, improve profitability and make informed commercial decisions. With the support of a larger central finance team, who will manage the transactional accounting processes, you'll have the opportunity to focus on adding real value to the business. You'll also play a key role in improving systems and processes, with plans already in place to implement a new finance system and automate many of the current manual processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end process and produce accurate monthly management accounts. Prepare management accounts packs, including prepayments and accruals. Produce budgets, forecasts and cash flow information. Deliver meaningful financial analysis and job costing. Business partner with operational managers, helping them understand costs, margins and financial performance. Challenge and support stakeholders across the business to improve commercial decision-making. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting. Support the implementation of a new finance system and help automate manual processes. Manage and support one direct report responsible for stock administration. About You We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships just as much as producing numbers. You'll be an approachable, hands-on finance professional who isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves and get involved across the business. Applications are welcomed from: Qualified accountants (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Part-qualified accountants Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals Most importantly, you'll have the desire to make a genuine impact and enjoy working in a collaborative, people-focused environment. You'll ideally have: Previous experience producing management accounts. Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Strong Excel skills. Experience of ERP systems (OpenAccounts or similar would be advantageous). Manufacturing experience would be beneficial but is by no means essential. A passion for improving systems, processes and ways of working. What's on Offer? Salary of £45,000 - £50,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working - approximately 1-2 days per week in the Caerphilly office, with the remainder working from home. Flexible working policy (35 hour working week) Up to 10% employer pension contribution. 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. Excellent learning, development and training opportunities. The opportunity to play a key role within a growing business during an exciting period of change. Supportive, collaborative culture where people genuinely come first. Our client is keen to appoint someone as soon as possible; however, they are happy to wait up to one month's notice for the right individual. If you're looking for a varied, commercially focused role where you can genuinely influence a business, improve processes and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Caerphilly (Hybrid Working) £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Are you a commercially minded Management Accountant who enjoys getting out into the business, influencing stakeholders and driving positive change? We're working on behalf of an established and growing organisation within the manufacturing sector that is looking to appoint a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide sickness cover while supporting an exciting period of growth and transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a turnover of approximately £6 million, where you'll act as the senior finance person on site, partnering closely with the Managing Director and operational teams to help drive financial performance and support future growth. The Opportunity This is far more than a traditional month-end accounting role. You'll become a trusted business partner, helping operational managers understand their numbers, improve profitability and make informed commercial decisions. With the support of a larger central finance team, who will manage the transactional accounting processes, you'll have the opportunity to focus on adding real value to the business. You'll also play a key role in improving systems and processes, with plans already in place to implement a new finance system and automate many of the current manual processes. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end process and produce accurate monthly management accounts. Prepare management accounts packs, including prepayments and accruals. Produce budgets, forecasts and cash flow information. Deliver meaningful financial analysis and job costing. Business partner with operational managers, helping them understand costs, margins and financial performance. Challenge and support stakeholders across the business to improve commercial decision-making. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting. Support the implementation of a new finance system and help automate manual processes. Manage and support one direct report responsible for stock administration. About You We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships just as much as producing numbers. You'll be an approachable, hands-on finance professional who isn't afraid to roll up your sleeves and get involved across the business. Applications are welcomed from: Qualified accountants (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Part-qualified accountants Qualified by Experience (QBE) professionals Most importantly, you'll have the desire to make a genuine impact and enjoy working in a collaborative, people-focused environment. You'll ideally have: Previous experience producing management accounts. Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels. Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. Strong Excel skills. Experience of ERP systems (OpenAccounts or similar would be advantageous). Manufacturing experience would be beneficial but is by no means essential. A passion for improving systems, processes and ways of working. What's on Offer? Salary of £45,000 - £50,000, depending on experience. Hybrid working - approximately 1-2 days per week in the Caerphilly office, with the remainder working from home. Flexible working policy (35 hour working week) Up to 10% employer pension contribution. 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. Excellent learning, development and training opportunities. The opportunity to play a key role within a growing business during an exciting period of change. Supportive, collaborative culture where people genuinely come first. Our client is keen to appoint someone as soon as possible; however, they are happy to wait up to one month's notice for the right individual. If you're looking for a varied, commercially focused role where you can genuinely influence a business, improve processes and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
People Manager Job ref: FP-PM Department: Finance & People Location: Old Street, London N1. From 1 November Waterloo SE1 Contract: Permanent Hours: Part Time, 21 hours per week (3 Days) Salary: London £55,000 FTE, pro rated for 0.6 FTE (Out of London salary available on request) Lead this organisation's people strategy, shape an inclusive culture, and support managers across the organisation. A great opportunity for an experienced HR professional to make real impact. About You and The Role This employer is looking for an experienced People Manager to lead their HR function and help shape a positive, inclusive and values driven culture across the organisation. Reporting to the Director of Finance & People, you'll provide strategic HR leadership while ensuring high-quality day to day support for colleagues, managers and the Senior Leadership Team. This is a varied and influential role. You'll take ownership of the employer's People Strategy, review and improve systems and processes, and oversee all aspects of the employee life cycle, from recruitment and onboarding to learning, development and performance. Working closely with line managers, you'll coach and support them to embed consistent, fair and values led people practices. You'll also lead on employee engagement, manage the organisation's relationship with the recognised trade union, and produce clear HR and Health & Safety metrics that help inform organisational decision making. A key part of the role is supporting the implementation of an EDI Framework and Action Plan. You'll help the employer build a welcoming culture for people from all backgrounds, ensuring their recruitment, development and engagement practices actively support diversity and inclusion in practical, meaningful ways. You'll bring at least five years' experience in a People Manager or People Business Partner role, with strong technical HR knowledge and the confidence to influence senior leaders. You'll be CIPD Level 5 qualified (minimum), an excellent communicator, and someone who enjoys building relationships and helping others thrive. If you're motivated by improving people systems, supporting colleagues, and helping shape an organisation's culture, this role offers the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. About The Organisation This employer stands up for the countryside, celebrate its value, and promote solutions to protect and regenerate it - now and for future generations. 2026 marks 100 years of the organisation standing up for the countryside. Their centenary is more than a celebration, it's a call to action. It's an invitation to Love Your Countryside: to protect what matters, regenerate what's been lost and connect to the places that sustain us all. The employer is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation in which everyone feels supported, valued, and always able to be themselves at work, because they recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is important in achieving their vision of a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone. They therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. People from ethnic minority backgrounds and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of ethnic minority background and/or disabled, they are particularly interested in receiving your application. Closing date: Monday 14 September 2026 Interviews: 25th September 2026 Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). The organisation is an equal opportunities employer. Please note that the employer only accepts applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK for the intended duration of the appointment. If you are shortlisted for interview, they will conduct a right to work check prior to the interview. No agencies please.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
People Manager Job ref: FP-PM Department: Finance & People Location: Old Street, London N1. From 1 November Waterloo SE1 Contract: Permanent Hours: Part Time, 21 hours per week (3 Days) Salary: London £55,000 FTE, pro rated for 0.6 FTE (Out of London salary available on request) Lead this organisation's people strategy, shape an inclusive culture, and support managers across the organisation. A great opportunity for an experienced HR professional to make real impact. About You and The Role This employer is looking for an experienced People Manager to lead their HR function and help shape a positive, inclusive and values driven culture across the organisation. Reporting to the Director of Finance & People, you'll provide strategic HR leadership while ensuring high-quality day to day support for colleagues, managers and the Senior Leadership Team. This is a varied and influential role. You'll take ownership of the employer's People Strategy, review and improve systems and processes, and oversee all aspects of the employee life cycle, from recruitment and onboarding to learning, development and performance. Working closely with line managers, you'll coach and support them to embed consistent, fair and values led people practices. You'll also lead on employee engagement, manage the organisation's relationship with the recognised trade union, and produce clear HR and Health & Safety metrics that help inform organisational decision making. A key part of the role is supporting the implementation of an EDI Framework and Action Plan. You'll help the employer build a welcoming culture for people from all backgrounds, ensuring their recruitment, development and engagement practices actively support diversity and inclusion in practical, meaningful ways. You'll bring at least five years' experience in a People Manager or People Business Partner role, with strong technical HR knowledge and the confidence to influence senior leaders. You'll be CIPD Level 5 qualified (minimum), an excellent communicator, and someone who enjoys building relationships and helping others thrive. If you're motivated by improving people systems, supporting colleagues, and helping shape an organisation's culture, this role offers the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. About The Organisation This employer stands up for the countryside, celebrate its value, and promote solutions to protect and regenerate it - now and for future generations. 2026 marks 100 years of the organisation standing up for the countryside. Their centenary is more than a celebration, it's a call to action. It's an invitation to Love Your Countryside: to protect what matters, regenerate what's been lost and connect to the places that sustain us all. The employer is committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation in which everyone feels supported, valued, and always able to be themselves at work, because they recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is important in achieving their vision of a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone. They therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. People from ethnic minority backgrounds and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of ethnic minority background and/or disabled, they are particularly interested in receiving your application. Closing date: Monday 14 September 2026 Interviews: 25th September 2026 Interested? Please click the job board apply button to be taken to the next stage where you can find out more information and complete your application by following the instructions (you may need to scroll down). The organisation is an equal opportunities employer. Please note that the employer only accepts applications from candidates with the right to work in the UK for the intended duration of the appointment. If you are shortlisted for interview, they will conduct a right to work check prior to the interview. No agencies please.
Are you an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys being close to the numbers, improving processes and making a genuine impact within a growing SME? This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative Exeter-based technology business. Working alongside the CFO and Finance Business Partner, you will take ownership of key day-to-day finance activities while helping to strengthen financial controls, reporting and processes across the business. This is a varied, hands-on Finance Manager position offering far more than routine month-end reporting. You will combine financial control and management accounting with budgeting, forecasting, analysis, working capital management and continuous improvement, while supporting the CFO on wider projects. Previous manufacturing, engineering or technology experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Previous experience working within an SME environment is important. The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, your responsibilities will include: Producing detailed monthly management accounts, including commentary and analysis Preparing supporting financial analysis and schedules to provide meaningful insight to the business Leading and continually improving monthly financial reporting Supporting financial planning and analysis, including budgets, forecasts and progress analysis Overseeing the day-to-day finance function Working closely with an outsourced transactional support resource responsible for areas including invoice processing and obtaining proof of purchase Ensuring accurate data entry and completeness of journal transactions Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls, processes and operational efficiencies Managing liquidity, working capital requirements and inventory controls Identifying and mitigating financial risk and ensuring robust financial controls and systems are maintained Overseeing finance compliance requirements including VAT, payroll, statutory accounts and R&D Supporting other departments with financial information and analysis Managing relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, tax advisers, lawyers, investors and regulatory bodies Supporting the CFO with ad-hoc financial and business projects About You We are looking for an experienced finance professional who can operate confidently within an SME and work with a high degree of autonomy. You will ideally have: A strong track record within financial control, management accounting or a Finance Manager role Previous experience working within an SME environment Proven experience preparing finalised management accounts Strong financial reporting and analytical skills Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning A good understanding of working capital, financial controls and compliance An ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT qualification, or be qualified by experience Confidence using Excel and financial systems The ability to inherit and work independently with existing Excel spreadsheets without compromising reporting accuracy Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to tight reporting deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive, collaborative and improvement-focused approach Experience within manufacturing, engineering, automotive or technology would be advantageous, although this is not essential. The business currently uses QuickBooks , so previous experience would be useful but is not stated as essential. Working Pattern This role will be predominantly office-based in Exeter. The company's working hours operate between 8:00am and 6:00pm , with employees working 7.5 hours per day. Occasional hybrid working can be accommodated, although the successful candidate should expect to be predominantly based in the Exeter office. Salary & Benefits £50,000-£60,000 depending on experience , plus: 25 days' annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays An additional day off for your birthday Vitality health insurance for the employee, spouse and dependants from day one Life assurance at four times salary from day one Long Term Incentive Plan - eligibility to sign up after three months' service Cycle2Work scheme after six months Enhanced sick pay after six months' continuous service Enhanced paternity leave after 12 months' continuous service Enhanced maternity leave based on length of service Enhanced adoption leave in line with maternity/paternity provisions This is an opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join an ambitious SME where you can take real ownership of the finance function, work closely with senior leadership and contribute to the continued development of the business. Pivotal Recruit, a brand of Pivotal Partnerships Ltd, is acting as an Employment Agency and advertising this vacancy on behalf of their client.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys being close to the numbers, improving processes and making a genuine impact within a growing SME? This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative Exeter-based technology business. Working alongside the CFO and Finance Business Partner, you will take ownership of key day-to-day finance activities while helping to strengthen financial controls, reporting and processes across the business. This is a varied, hands-on Finance Manager position offering far more than routine month-end reporting. You will combine financial control and management accounting with budgeting, forecasting, analysis, working capital management and continuous improvement, while supporting the CFO on wider projects. Previous manufacturing, engineering or technology experience would be beneficial but is not essential. Previous experience working within an SME environment is important. The Role Reporting directly to the CFO, your responsibilities will include: Producing detailed monthly management accounts, including commentary and analysis Preparing supporting financial analysis and schedules to provide meaningful insight to the business Leading and continually improving monthly financial reporting Supporting financial planning and analysis, including budgets, forecasts and progress analysis Overseeing the day-to-day finance function Working closely with an outsourced transactional support resource responsible for areas including invoice processing and obtaining proof of purchase Ensuring accurate data entry and completeness of journal transactions Identifying opportunities to improve financial controls, processes and operational efficiencies Managing liquidity, working capital requirements and inventory controls Identifying and mitigating financial risk and ensuring robust financial controls and systems are maintained Overseeing finance compliance requirements including VAT, payroll, statutory accounts and R&D Supporting other departments with financial information and analysis Managing relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, tax advisers, lawyers, investors and regulatory bodies Supporting the CFO with ad-hoc financial and business projects About You We are looking for an experienced finance professional who can operate confidently within an SME and work with a high degree of autonomy. You will ideally have: A strong track record within financial control, management accounting or a Finance Manager role Previous experience working within an SME environment Proven experience preparing finalised management accounts Strong financial reporting and analytical skills Experience of budgeting, forecasting and financial planning A good understanding of working capital, financial controls and compliance An ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT qualification, or be qualified by experience Confidence using Excel and financial systems The ability to inherit and work independently with existing Excel spreadsheets without compromising reporting accuracy Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to tight reporting deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication and stakeholder management skills A proactive, collaborative and improvement-focused approach Experience within manufacturing, engineering, automotive or technology would be advantageous, although this is not essential. The business currently uses QuickBooks , so previous experience would be useful but is not stated as essential. Working Pattern This role will be predominantly office-based in Exeter. The company's working hours operate between 8:00am and 6:00pm , with employees working 7.5 hours per day. Occasional hybrid working can be accommodated, although the successful candidate should expect to be predominantly based in the Exeter office. Salary & Benefits £50,000-£60,000 depending on experience , plus: 25 days' annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays An additional day off for your birthday Vitality health insurance for the employee, spouse and dependants from day one Life assurance at four times salary from day one Long Term Incentive Plan - eligibility to sign up after three months' service Cycle2Work scheme after six months Enhanced sick pay after six months' continuous service Enhanced paternity leave after 12 months' continuous service Enhanced maternity leave based on length of service Enhanced adoption leave in line with maternity/paternity provisions This is an opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join an ambitious SME where you can take real ownership of the finance function, work closely with senior leadership and contribute to the continued development of the business. Pivotal Recruit, a brand of Pivotal Partnerships Ltd, is acting as an Employment Agency and advertising this vacancy on behalf of their client.
The Opportunity Most companies talk about progression. At Fortrade, your numbers do the talking. We are a global CFD and Forex trading provider, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA Reference: (phone number removed , established in 2013. Our Watford team works exclusively with UK-based FCA clients in a non-advisory, execution-only environment. We are growing and we are looking for people who want to grow with us - not just fill a seat. What You Will Do You will join our conversion team, speaking daily with clients who have already shown interest in our platform. Your job is simple in theory and demanding in practice: Build genuine relationships with clients over the phone and by email Provide clear, fair information on our products, platform and educational services Support clients through to creating and activating their live account No cold calling. Existing Inbound Leads Only. Every person you speak to has already registered with us. The Growth Path This is where it gets interesting. Start as an Account Manager on the conversion floor. Prove yourself. When your numbers are talking consistently, not occasionally and the door to Senior Account Manager (Retention) opens. That means managing clients who have already deposited, building long-term relationships and a significantly higher earning ceiling. The timeline is yours to control. We have seen it happen in four months. What You Can Earn Account Manager: Up to £35,000 £38,000 Senior Account Manager: Up to £60,000 £65,000 Commission is performance-based and in line with responsible practices. Where you land depends entirely on your results. What We Are Looking For A natural communicator - someone people warm to quickly Resilience under pressure. Not every call goes your way Hunger to grow, not just to start Coachable - the system works if you work it Professional telephone manner and strong written communication Commitment to ethical conduct and FCA compliance standards No finance degree needed. Attitude and drive will take you further here than any qualification. What You Get One week fully paid in-house training before you take a single call Performance-based commission from your first conversion Weekly and monthly incentives when the team hits the target, the team goes for lunch Annual salary review Fast-track progression based entirely on performance Contributory pension after 3 months Employee Assistance Programme free wellbeing support for you and your family Annual eye test Complimentary snacks and coffee Free on-site parking If your numbers talk, we will listen. Fortrade Ltd is authorised and regulated by the FCA, FRN: (phone number removed). Non-advisory, execution-only role. Employees do not provide financial advice. CFD trading involves significant risk of loss. Please click APPLY to submit your CV for this role.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity Most companies talk about progression. At Fortrade, your numbers do the talking. We are a global CFD and Forex trading provider, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA Reference: (phone number removed , established in 2013. Our Watford team works exclusively with UK-based FCA clients in a non-advisory, execution-only environment. We are growing and we are looking for people who want to grow with us - not just fill a seat. What You Will Do You will join our conversion team, speaking daily with clients who have already shown interest in our platform. Your job is simple in theory and demanding in practice: Build genuine relationships with clients over the phone and by email Provide clear, fair information on our products, platform and educational services Support clients through to creating and activating their live account No cold calling. Existing Inbound Leads Only. Every person you speak to has already registered with us. The Growth Path This is where it gets interesting. Start as an Account Manager on the conversion floor. Prove yourself. When your numbers are talking consistently, not occasionally and the door to Senior Account Manager (Retention) opens. That means managing clients who have already deposited, building long-term relationships and a significantly higher earning ceiling. The timeline is yours to control. We have seen it happen in four months. What You Can Earn Account Manager: Up to £35,000 £38,000 Senior Account Manager: Up to £60,000 £65,000 Commission is performance-based and in line with responsible practices. Where you land depends entirely on your results. What We Are Looking For A natural communicator - someone people warm to quickly Resilience under pressure. Not every call goes your way Hunger to grow, not just to start Coachable - the system works if you work it Professional telephone manner and strong written communication Commitment to ethical conduct and FCA compliance standards No finance degree needed. Attitude and drive will take you further here than any qualification. What You Get One week fully paid in-house training before you take a single call Performance-based commission from your first conversion Weekly and monthly incentives when the team hits the target, the team goes for lunch Annual salary review Fast-track progression based entirely on performance Contributory pension after 3 months Employee Assistance Programme free wellbeing support for you and your family Annual eye test Complimentary snacks and coffee Free on-site parking If your numbers talk, we will listen. Fortrade Ltd is authorised and regulated by the FCA, FRN: (phone number removed). Non-advisory, execution-only role. Employees do not provide financial advice. CFD trading involves significant risk of loss. Please click APPLY to submit your CV for this role.
Department:IT Reports to:CFOO Location: Central London; role dependent hybrid working, with a minimum of three days in the office Contract: Full-time; permanent Salary: Commensurate with experience Closing date: 3 September 2026 About Thames & Hudson Thames & Hudson is an independent, family-owned illustrated book publisher based in London, with an international reputation for producing high-quality books across art, design, architecture, photography, fashion, history, archaeology and popular culture. Behind every book is a wide range of specialist, operational and support teams who help the company work effectively, collaboratively and to a high standard. Our IT department provides secure technology, protects systems and data, improves publishing platforms and integrations, and supports the well-governed use of new tools across our London headquarters and international subsidiaries. The Group Head of IT leads Thames & Hudson's IT function, ensuring that our technology, systems and data are secure, reliable, cost-effective and aligned with the needs of the business. The role combines operational leadership with responsibility for IT strategy, AI leadership, governance, policy, budgets and business-critical technology projects. Based in London, the role leads the UK IT team and works closely with colleagues across the business. It also acts as a senior technology adviser and project partner to our subsidiary and sister companies in Melbourne, Hong Kong, Paris & New York. The role provides international coordination and project support rather than day-to-day operational ownership, outside of the UK. What you'll be doing In this role, you will: Lead a robust, reliable and responsive IT service, setting clear priorities and developing a calm, helpful and solutions-focused UK IT team Develop and deliver a practical IT strategy and prioritised technology roadmap, translating business needs into proportionate solutions, investment priorities and implementation plans Own IT governance, policies and standards, including information security, access, data management, software licensing and responsible AI use Lead the company's operational approach to cybersecurity, disaster recovery, business continuity, backups and technology risk, and act as the company's Data Officer Own the technology roadmap for core publishing systems and data flows, improving workflows, integrations and data quality across publishing, finance, ecommerce, inventory, distribution and reporting Provide senior technical leadership for our local Shopify websites and digital roadmap, prioritising improvements to security, reliability, customer experience, operational efficiency and online revenue Lead our practical and responsible adoption of AI-enabled tools, assessing proposed tools and use cases and supporting proportionate trials, training and implementation Oversee the IT project portfolio and personally lead business-critical projects, with clear plans, governance, responsibilities, testing, adoption and success measures Own the annual IT budget, forecasts, business cases, contracts, licences and supplier relationships, securing reliable performance, value for money and controlled risk Advise and support colleagues in Melbourne, Hong Kong, Paris & New York on agreed technology projects, encouraging shared solutions where beneficial without unnecessary centralisation. Who you'll work with You'll work closely with: The CFOO, senior leadership team and Heads of Department Colleagues across publishing, sales, marketing, publicity, finance, operations and support functions, including ecommerce, digital and AI groups The IT team and other internal system owners Our international colleagues Technology vendors, developers, managed-service providers and other specialist advisers. What you'll bring We are looking for someone with: Substantial experience leading an IT function or operating as a senior IT manager in an organisation of comparable scale and complexity Strong experience of IT operations, infrastructure, cloud services, networks, user support and supplier management, alongside developing strategy, policies, roadmaps and budgets Sound knowledge of cybersecurity, data protection, business continuity, disaster recovery, access control and technology risk management A successful record of leading cross-functional systems, integration or transformation projects from definition through to implementation and adoption Experience assessing business requirements and improving internal systems, workflows and data quality Commercial judgement, including business cases, contract negotiation, cost control and management of third-party providers, together with strong people-management skills Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical colleagues and write clear, practical policies and guidance Sound judgement, calm incident leadership and the ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational demands Lead our practical and responsible adoption of AI-enabled tools, assessing proposed tools and use cases, supporting proportionate trials and implementation, and helping to coordinate appropriate training A commitment to valuing diversity and contributing positively to an inclusive workforce. You may also have: Experience in publishing, media, ecommerce or another creative business An understanding of publishing metadata, title-management systems, ONIX and integrations with ecommerce, inventory or distribution platforms Experience with some of our current environment: Microsoft 365, Azure file storage, Sophos MDR, FileMaker, Shopify, Power BI, Adobe and relevant integration or development technologies Experience supporting international colleagues or delivering technology projects across different locations and time zones Relevant professional qualifications in IT service management, project management, cybersecurity, data protection or a related discipline. Please do not be put off applying if you do not meet every desirable requirement. We are interested in hearing from candidates who can bring the right skills, judgement and potential to the role. How our values show up in this role They shape how we work with each other, our authors, our partners and our readers. This role is aligned with the Manager/Specialist level of our competency framework: Creativity: Develop and steer practical technology ideas with creative and commercial judgement, creating space for others' ideas and supporting controlled experimentation Integrity: Make fair, evidence-based decisions, explain the rationale, address risks promptly and apply policies consistently Respect: Create an inclusive environment where people feel heard, recognise different working styles and strengths, and give clear, constructive feedback Communication: Set clear expectations, tailor messages to the audience and explain technical, cyber, data and AI matters calmly and clearly Excellence: Maintain high standards across competing priorities, make informed judgements and identify risks to quality early. What success looks like In this role, success will mean: Strategic planning and project delivery are balanced effectively with business-as-usual IT requirements Colleagues receive a reliable, responsive and well-communicated IT service, guided by a clear strategy, roadmap and understanding of business value Cybersecurity, data, licensing and continuity risks are actively managed, while publishing systems and data flows become simpler and more reliable Ecommerce, AI and international projects deliver measurable benefits; budgets and suppliers are controlled; and the IT team is capable, resilient and trusted. Working at Thames & Hudson We support hybrid working, where the role allows, with a minimum of three days a week in our Central London office, after your probation. We offer a supportive and creative working environment, alongside a range of benefits, including: 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays Profit share scheme Interest-free loan for rent deposit or season travel ticket Discounts off our Thames & Hudson books and co-editions Generous pension contributions Employee Assistance Programme and retail discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Free entry into hundreds of museums and galleries nationwide. Some benefits are subject to eligibility. To apply, please follow the link to the application form. You will have an opportunity to upload your CV as well as a cover letter from you that addresses how you meet the "What you'll bring" section above. The deadline for applications is midnight 3 September.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Department:IT Reports to:CFOO Location: Central London; role dependent hybrid working, with a minimum of three days in the office Contract: Full-time; permanent Salary: Commensurate with experience Closing date: 3 September 2026 About Thames & Hudson Thames & Hudson is an independent, family-owned illustrated book publisher based in London, with an international reputation for producing high-quality books across art, design, architecture, photography, fashion, history, archaeology and popular culture. Behind every book is a wide range of specialist, operational and support teams who help the company work effectively, collaboratively and to a high standard. Our IT department provides secure technology, protects systems and data, improves publishing platforms and integrations, and supports the well-governed use of new tools across our London headquarters and international subsidiaries. The Group Head of IT leads Thames & Hudson's IT function, ensuring that our technology, systems and data are secure, reliable, cost-effective and aligned with the needs of the business. The role combines operational leadership with responsibility for IT strategy, AI leadership, governance, policy, budgets and business-critical technology projects. Based in London, the role leads the UK IT team and works closely with colleagues across the business. It also acts as a senior technology adviser and project partner to our subsidiary and sister companies in Melbourne, Hong Kong, Paris & New York. The role provides international coordination and project support rather than day-to-day operational ownership, outside of the UK. What you'll be doing In this role, you will: Lead a robust, reliable and responsive IT service, setting clear priorities and developing a calm, helpful and solutions-focused UK IT team Develop and deliver a practical IT strategy and prioritised technology roadmap, translating business needs into proportionate solutions, investment priorities and implementation plans Own IT governance, policies and standards, including information security, access, data management, software licensing and responsible AI use Lead the company's operational approach to cybersecurity, disaster recovery, business continuity, backups and technology risk, and act as the company's Data Officer Own the technology roadmap for core publishing systems and data flows, improving workflows, integrations and data quality across publishing, finance, ecommerce, inventory, distribution and reporting Provide senior technical leadership for our local Shopify websites and digital roadmap, prioritising improvements to security, reliability, customer experience, operational efficiency and online revenue Lead our practical and responsible adoption of AI-enabled tools, assessing proposed tools and use cases and supporting proportionate trials, training and implementation Oversee the IT project portfolio and personally lead business-critical projects, with clear plans, governance, responsibilities, testing, adoption and success measures Own the annual IT budget, forecasts, business cases, contracts, licences and supplier relationships, securing reliable performance, value for money and controlled risk Advise and support colleagues in Melbourne, Hong Kong, Paris & New York on agreed technology projects, encouraging shared solutions where beneficial without unnecessary centralisation. Who you'll work with You'll work closely with: The CFOO, senior leadership team and Heads of Department Colleagues across publishing, sales, marketing, publicity, finance, operations and support functions, including ecommerce, digital and AI groups The IT team and other internal system owners Our international colleagues Technology vendors, developers, managed-service providers and other specialist advisers. What you'll bring We are looking for someone with: Substantial experience leading an IT function or operating as a senior IT manager in an organisation of comparable scale and complexity Strong experience of IT operations, infrastructure, cloud services, networks, user support and supplier management, alongside developing strategy, policies, roadmaps and budgets Sound knowledge of cybersecurity, data protection, business continuity, disaster recovery, access control and technology risk management A successful record of leading cross-functional systems, integration or transformation projects from definition through to implementation and adoption Experience assessing business requirements and improving internal systems, workflows and data quality Commercial judgement, including business cases, contract negotiation, cost control and management of third-party providers, together with strong people-management skills Excellent communication skills, including the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical colleagues and write clear, practical policies and guidance Sound judgement, calm incident leadership and the ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on operational demands Lead our practical and responsible adoption of AI-enabled tools, assessing proposed tools and use cases, supporting proportionate trials and implementation, and helping to coordinate appropriate training A commitment to valuing diversity and contributing positively to an inclusive workforce. You may also have: Experience in publishing, media, ecommerce or another creative business An understanding of publishing metadata, title-management systems, ONIX and integrations with ecommerce, inventory or distribution platforms Experience with some of our current environment: Microsoft 365, Azure file storage, Sophos MDR, FileMaker, Shopify, Power BI, Adobe and relevant integration or development technologies Experience supporting international colleagues or delivering technology projects across different locations and time zones Relevant professional qualifications in IT service management, project management, cybersecurity, data protection or a related discipline. Please do not be put off applying if you do not meet every desirable requirement. We are interested in hearing from candidates who can bring the right skills, judgement and potential to the role. How our values show up in this role They shape how we work with each other, our authors, our partners and our readers. This role is aligned with the Manager/Specialist level of our competency framework: Creativity: Develop and steer practical technology ideas with creative and commercial judgement, creating space for others' ideas and supporting controlled experimentation Integrity: Make fair, evidence-based decisions, explain the rationale, address risks promptly and apply policies consistently Respect: Create an inclusive environment where people feel heard, recognise different working styles and strengths, and give clear, constructive feedback Communication: Set clear expectations, tailor messages to the audience and explain technical, cyber, data and AI matters calmly and clearly Excellence: Maintain high standards across competing priorities, make informed judgements and identify risks to quality early. What success looks like In this role, success will mean: Strategic planning and project delivery are balanced effectively with business-as-usual IT requirements Colleagues receive a reliable, responsive and well-communicated IT service, guided by a clear strategy, roadmap and understanding of business value Cybersecurity, data, licensing and continuity risks are actively managed, while publishing systems and data flows become simpler and more reliable Ecommerce, AI and international projects deliver measurable benefits; budgets and suppliers are controlled; and the IT team is capable, resilient and trusted. Working at Thames & Hudson We support hybrid working, where the role allows, with a minimum of three days a week in our Central London office, after your probation. We offer a supportive and creative working environment, alongside a range of benefits, including: 28 days' holiday plus bank holidays Profit share scheme Interest-free loan for rent deposit or season travel ticket Discounts off our Thames & Hudson books and co-editions Generous pension contributions Employee Assistance Programme and retail discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Free entry into hundreds of museums and galleries nationwide. Some benefits are subject to eligibility. To apply, please follow the link to the application form. You will have an opportunity to upload your CV as well as a cover letter from you that addresses how you meet the "What you'll bring" section above. The deadline for applications is midnight 3 September.
Sales Manager International Transport & Liquid Bulk Yorkshire Doncaster / North of England Home Based + European Travel £50,000 - £60,000 DOE + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus + Private Healthcare Ready to build something bigger? We are recruiting for an established international transport business looking to appoint a commercially ambitious Sales Manager to help drive its next stage of European growth. This is a genuine business development and market-growth role . You will be given the platform, operational backing and autonomy to open new doors, develop major customer relationships and create profitable transport solutions across the UK and Europe. The opportunity will suit someone who already understands international transport, liquid bulk, chemical logistics, tanker operations or intermodal transport and wants a role where they can have real commercial influence rather than simply manage an inherited account base. Your Commercial Opportunity You will take ownership of developing new revenue streams and strengthening the company's presence across European markets. You will: Identify and win profitable new customers across the UK and Europe Build a high-value pipeline of commercial opportunities Develop relationships with major manufacturers, distributors and industrial customers Grow strategic accounts and identify further revenue opportunities within existing customers Open new sectors, territories and commercial markets Lead significant tenders, proposals and commercial negotiations Negotiate pricing, contracts and long-term customer agreements Develop bespoke transport solutions around complex customer requirements Work across road, intermodal and wider multimodal networks Identify opportunities for modal shift and more efficient, sustainable transport solutions Develop strategic relationships with European carriers, terminals and transport partners Work closely with Operations, Fleet, Finance and Customer Service to turn commercial opportunities into deliverable solutions Monitor margins, transport costs, competitor activity and wider market trends Provide accurate pipeline, forecast and commercial performance reporting to senior management Represent the business at customer meetings and industry events across Europe Who Are We Looking For? This role needs someone who knows how to create opportunity, build credibility and close business . You will ideally have: A strong track record in transport or logistics sales/business development Experience winning significant new B2B business Strong knowledge of UK and European transport markets Experience within liquid bulk, chemical logistics, specialist transport or tanker operations Knowledge of intermodal or multimodal transport Existing relationships within chemical, industrial, manufacturing or specialist logistics markets Experience developing and managing major customer accounts Strong commercial awareness around rates, margins and profitability Experience leading tenders and negotiating commercial contracts The ability to engage confidently with procurement, logistics and senior leadership teams An entrepreneurial approach to finding and creating new opportunities The flexibility to travel across Europe as required Experience with ADR, dangerous goods, ISO tanks, tank containers, rail or terminal networks would be highly advantageous. Why This Role Stands Out This is not a role where you will simply be handed a list of customers and asked to maintain them. You will join an established transport operation with ambitions to grow, giving you the opportunity to have genuine influence over where the business goes next . You will have scope to: Build new European markets Win high-value strategic customers Develop new commercial partnerships Create new transport solutions Influence sales strategy and market positioning Work closely with senior leadership See the direct commercial impact of the business you win For someone who enjoys opening doors and building long-term profitable business, there is significant opportunity to make this role their own. The Package £50,000 - £60,000 DOE Performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance Private healthcare Travel and expenses package European travel Long-term career development The successful candidate will be a credible transport sales professional with the market knowledge, relationships and commercial drive to help expand an international operation. If you know the specialist transport market and are ready for a role where you can shape growth rather than simply support it , I would be keen to speak with you. Apply today for a confidential discussion. Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Sales Manager International Transport & Liquid Bulk Yorkshire Doncaster / North of England Home Based + European Travel £50,000 - £60,000 DOE + Car/Car Allowance + Bonus + Private Healthcare Ready to build something bigger? We are recruiting for an established international transport business looking to appoint a commercially ambitious Sales Manager to help drive its next stage of European growth. This is a genuine business development and market-growth role . You will be given the platform, operational backing and autonomy to open new doors, develop major customer relationships and create profitable transport solutions across the UK and Europe. The opportunity will suit someone who already understands international transport, liquid bulk, chemical logistics, tanker operations or intermodal transport and wants a role where they can have real commercial influence rather than simply manage an inherited account base. Your Commercial Opportunity You will take ownership of developing new revenue streams and strengthening the company's presence across European markets. You will: Identify and win profitable new customers across the UK and Europe Build a high-value pipeline of commercial opportunities Develop relationships with major manufacturers, distributors and industrial customers Grow strategic accounts and identify further revenue opportunities within existing customers Open new sectors, territories and commercial markets Lead significant tenders, proposals and commercial negotiations Negotiate pricing, contracts and long-term customer agreements Develop bespoke transport solutions around complex customer requirements Work across road, intermodal and wider multimodal networks Identify opportunities for modal shift and more efficient, sustainable transport solutions Develop strategic relationships with European carriers, terminals and transport partners Work closely with Operations, Fleet, Finance and Customer Service to turn commercial opportunities into deliverable solutions Monitor margins, transport costs, competitor activity and wider market trends Provide accurate pipeline, forecast and commercial performance reporting to senior management Represent the business at customer meetings and industry events across Europe Who Are We Looking For? This role needs someone who knows how to create opportunity, build credibility and close business . You will ideally have: A strong track record in transport or logistics sales/business development Experience winning significant new B2B business Strong knowledge of UK and European transport markets Experience within liquid bulk, chemical logistics, specialist transport or tanker operations Knowledge of intermodal or multimodal transport Existing relationships within chemical, industrial, manufacturing or specialist logistics markets Experience developing and managing major customer accounts Strong commercial awareness around rates, margins and profitability Experience leading tenders and negotiating commercial contracts The ability to engage confidently with procurement, logistics and senior leadership teams An entrepreneurial approach to finding and creating new opportunities The flexibility to travel across Europe as required Experience with ADR, dangerous goods, ISO tanks, tank containers, rail or terminal networks would be highly advantageous. Why This Role Stands Out This is not a role where you will simply be handed a list of customers and asked to maintain them. You will join an established transport operation with ambitions to grow, giving you the opportunity to have genuine influence over where the business goes next . You will have scope to: Build new European markets Win high-value strategic customers Develop new commercial partnerships Create new transport solutions Influence sales strategy and market positioning Work closely with senior leadership See the direct commercial impact of the business you win For someone who enjoys opening doors and building long-term profitable business, there is significant opportunity to make this role their own. The Package £50,000 - £60,000 DOE Performance-related bonus Company car or car allowance Private healthcare Travel and expenses package European travel Long-term career development The successful candidate will be a credible transport sales professional with the market knowledge, relationships and commercial drive to help expand an international operation. If you know the specialist transport market and are ready for a role where you can shape growth rather than simply support it , I would be keen to speak with you. Apply today for a confidential discussion. Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see (url removed)> Many Thanks
Technical and Buildings Manager - Richmond Theatre, London Richmond Theatre is seeking an experienced Technical & Building professional to lead a skilled and dedicated team while overseeing one of the UK's most beautiful historic theatres. Located in the heart of Richmond, this stunning 126-year-old venue presents a diverse programme of productions throughout the year, including plays, musicals, dance, opera, talks, comedy, and the much-loved annual pantomime. Recent highlights have included acclaimed productions such as Prima Facie starring Jodie Comer, alongside memorable evenings with celebrated performers including Nick Mohammed, Dame Judi Dench and Sir Ian McKellen, to name a few. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in preserving and developing a landmark venue while supporting world-class live entertainment. You'll report to the Theatre Director and be responsible for the Technical, Maintenance and Stage Door teams. You'll also work closely with all Heads of Department, venue business management and central department colleagues (particularly Technical Operations, Risk Management and Property & Facilities). The Technical & Buildings Manager will maintain a cohesive, efficient, cost-effective and robust operational, technical and facilities maintenance structure at the theatre. They will ensure a high standard of day-to-day technical service, safety and welfare management, alongside property and facilities management, whilst always keeping the customers, the production and events at the heart of what they do. This will be achieved through effective management and leadership, excellent planning, budget management, and efficient scheduling of the theatre team. Please note, your role may involve working with children or vulnerable people. Key responsibilities Take the lead role in ensuring a cohesive, efficient, cost-effective, and robust technical and maintenance structure for the venue. Act as the main point of contact for Producers, Tour Managers and Contractors ensuring all visitors and companies receive the highest standards of customer service. Manage the implementation, monitoring and cultural approach to workplace safety and compliance across all the technical operations ensuring the business meets its requirements in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations (1999) for venue employees, visiting companies, and third-party contractors. Play an active role in the venue senior management team participating in management meetings and contributing to the overall success of business. Manage building and technical expenditure and projects, and to ensure the building is presented to the highest standard day-to-day. Set a positive culture when it comes to managing Risk across the site, particularly with focus on safe delivery of BOH operations. Liaise and align work with ATG's central Group Operations team consisting of Property, Technical, Facilities, Risk and Procurement. Plan and report on all this work as appropriate. Technical Take the lead on all technical matters ensuring that all visiting companies receive a full technical service and that all shows, and events are presented to audiences at the highest standard possible. Lead the technical staff which will require an amount of time working on stage as an active member of the technical team. Work closely with productions and events to ensure their technical needs are met as economically as possible, always ensuring that these comply with agreed contractual terms. Work closely with colleagues in the building delivering events that sit in addition to the theatrical calendar, such as the Theatre Manager on private events and hires deliver and the Creative Learning and ATGE Inspire Producer on events and engagement activities. Plan as far ahead as possible ensuring all technical personnel are scheduled efficiently and effectively and produce and approve rosters in good time. Ensure budgets are met and all regulations and good practice adhered to. Ensure that the producers, event managers, and production teams receive the highest standards of customer care. Act as the primary contact point for all pre-production event meetings and communications ensuring that accurate information regarding technical, production and health and safety requirements are supplied in advance and actioned. Play an active role in ATGE-wide technical, production and health and safety activities. Safety, Health, Welfare Manage the implementation and monitoring of procedures and facilities in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations (1999) for theatre employees and visiting companies, ensuring that safety culture is high on the agenda of all staff and that continuous improvement is always reached for. Lead on all building and technical safety and welfare matters relating to the venue. Work with the Theatre Director and other senior management to ensure all operations and procedures within the theatre meet current legislation, industry best working practices, and ATGE policies. Ensure all relevant processes are completed to an appropriate standard and documented to protect the company's interests. Ensure the building, permanent and temporary installations and loose equipment is tested and inspected in accordance with relevant legislation, best practice, and ATGE guidance. Lead on the development and monitoring of risk assessments relating to the building, plant, and technical operations. Ensure that suitable levels of competencies for staff and third parties can be demonstrated for any works being undertaken. Budget and Finance Along with the Theatre Director prepare all budgets relating to your areas of operation and then ensure that these budgets are achieved, reviewed regularly, and reported on. Be responsible for all purchases and investment relating to the building, facilities, and technical works. Ensure that materials and services required by the technical and maintenance team are ordered in accordance with the company's approved procedures, supplying information for accounts and calculating contra charges. Maintenance and Facilities Management Ensure that the property, soft & hard services, plant, and equipment relating to Richmond Theatre is maintained, tested, inspected, and presented to the highest standard. Align with group policies and procedures on day-to-day planned and preventative maintenance. Prepare and update maintenance plans to facilitate the planning of investment across the venue; align with group contracts and centralised policies and procedures across technical, FM, property, and risk. Ensure that the building is presented to the highest standards, and that the building is always safe for use by our staff and costumers. Ensure that all plant, services, and equipment is maintained, fit for purpose and in-line with legislation, best practice and ATGE guidance. Project manage and /or support the delivery of repair/capital investment projects along with Theatre Director, ATGE property team, head of FM or head of technical operations as appropriate. Maintain technical, facilities and building records, drawings, O+Ms and general information ensuring that information is up to date and relevant, storing the data on the appropriate ATG system. With the Theatre Director develop a regime of planned maintenance, testing and inspection for all aspects of the venue. Staff Development, Training and Communication Develop a skilled, cohesive, and motivated team by ensuring high standards of recruitment, communication, development, and training. This includes our permanently contracted technical and maintenance staff and our Stage Door team. Recruit, train, appraise and manage your team to ensure business and individual objectives are achieved. Lead on staff training and development and ensure that appropriate technical, facilities and safety training is delivered. Lead on all other personnel matters relating to your team. Ensure all ATGE's HR policies and procedures are met and implemented. In conjunction with the Venue Administrator, ensure all personnel changes or updates for the BOH employees are processed in accordance with the company's procedures. Co-ordinate timesheets (and relevant ATGE systems), ensuring that they are correct and ready for processing by the Administrator. To ensure the timesheets adhere to agreed (and costed) staffing calls. Ensure regular and effective communication across your team. Set up regular team meetings to ensure the team is well informed and motivated. To also communicate company information, procedures, and goals. Your skills, qualities, and experience. If you can demonstrate many of the essential skills, qualities and experience we encourage you to apply. We welcome transferable skills from other industries. We are able to provide training where necessary. Essential IOSHH Certificate, First Aid, Fire Marshal Risk qualifications Working at Height Harness and Rescue and Pyrotechnics qualifications Extensive experience of managing technical teams within live performance venues. Experience in staff management, leadership, training, and supervision. Experience in safety legislation, implementation of safe systems and developing safety culture. . click apply for full job details
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Technical and Buildings Manager - Richmond Theatre, London Richmond Theatre is seeking an experienced Technical & Building professional to lead a skilled and dedicated team while overseeing one of the UK's most beautiful historic theatres. Located in the heart of Richmond, this stunning 126-year-old venue presents a diverse programme of productions throughout the year, including plays, musicals, dance, opera, talks, comedy, and the much-loved annual pantomime. Recent highlights have included acclaimed productions such as Prima Facie starring Jodie Comer, alongside memorable evenings with celebrated performers including Nick Mohammed, Dame Judi Dench and Sir Ian McKellen, to name a few. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in preserving and developing a landmark venue while supporting world-class live entertainment. You'll report to the Theatre Director and be responsible for the Technical, Maintenance and Stage Door teams. You'll also work closely with all Heads of Department, venue business management and central department colleagues (particularly Technical Operations, Risk Management and Property & Facilities). The Technical & Buildings Manager will maintain a cohesive, efficient, cost-effective and robust operational, technical and facilities maintenance structure at the theatre. They will ensure a high standard of day-to-day technical service, safety and welfare management, alongside property and facilities management, whilst always keeping the customers, the production and events at the heart of what they do. This will be achieved through effective management and leadership, excellent planning, budget management, and efficient scheduling of the theatre team. Please note, your role may involve working with children or vulnerable people. Key responsibilities Take the lead role in ensuring a cohesive, efficient, cost-effective, and robust technical and maintenance structure for the venue. Act as the main point of contact for Producers, Tour Managers and Contractors ensuring all visitors and companies receive the highest standards of customer service. Manage the implementation, monitoring and cultural approach to workplace safety and compliance across all the technical operations ensuring the business meets its requirements in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations (1999) for venue employees, visiting companies, and third-party contractors. Play an active role in the venue senior management team participating in management meetings and contributing to the overall success of business. Manage building and technical expenditure and projects, and to ensure the building is presented to the highest standard day-to-day. Set a positive culture when it comes to managing Risk across the site, particularly with focus on safe delivery of BOH operations. Liaise and align work with ATG's central Group Operations team consisting of Property, Technical, Facilities, Risk and Procurement. Plan and report on all this work as appropriate. Technical Take the lead on all technical matters ensuring that all visiting companies receive a full technical service and that all shows, and events are presented to audiences at the highest standard possible. Lead the technical staff which will require an amount of time working on stage as an active member of the technical team. Work closely with productions and events to ensure their technical needs are met as economically as possible, always ensuring that these comply with agreed contractual terms. Work closely with colleagues in the building delivering events that sit in addition to the theatrical calendar, such as the Theatre Manager on private events and hires deliver and the Creative Learning and ATGE Inspire Producer on events and engagement activities. Plan as far ahead as possible ensuring all technical personnel are scheduled efficiently and effectively and produce and approve rosters in good time. Ensure budgets are met and all regulations and good practice adhered to. Ensure that the producers, event managers, and production teams receive the highest standards of customer care. Act as the primary contact point for all pre-production event meetings and communications ensuring that accurate information regarding technical, production and health and safety requirements are supplied in advance and actioned. Play an active role in ATGE-wide technical, production and health and safety activities. Safety, Health, Welfare Manage the implementation and monitoring of procedures and facilities in accordance with Health & Safety at Work Regulations (1999) for theatre employees and visiting companies, ensuring that safety culture is high on the agenda of all staff and that continuous improvement is always reached for. Lead on all building and technical safety and welfare matters relating to the venue. Work with the Theatre Director and other senior management to ensure all operations and procedures within the theatre meet current legislation, industry best working practices, and ATGE policies. Ensure all relevant processes are completed to an appropriate standard and documented to protect the company's interests. Ensure the building, permanent and temporary installations and loose equipment is tested and inspected in accordance with relevant legislation, best practice, and ATGE guidance. Lead on the development and monitoring of risk assessments relating to the building, plant, and technical operations. Ensure that suitable levels of competencies for staff and third parties can be demonstrated for any works being undertaken. Budget and Finance Along with the Theatre Director prepare all budgets relating to your areas of operation and then ensure that these budgets are achieved, reviewed regularly, and reported on. Be responsible for all purchases and investment relating to the building, facilities, and technical works. Ensure that materials and services required by the technical and maintenance team are ordered in accordance with the company's approved procedures, supplying information for accounts and calculating contra charges. Maintenance and Facilities Management Ensure that the property, soft & hard services, plant, and equipment relating to Richmond Theatre is maintained, tested, inspected, and presented to the highest standard. Align with group policies and procedures on day-to-day planned and preventative maintenance. Prepare and update maintenance plans to facilitate the planning of investment across the venue; align with group contracts and centralised policies and procedures across technical, FM, property, and risk. Ensure that the building is presented to the highest standards, and that the building is always safe for use by our staff and costumers. Ensure that all plant, services, and equipment is maintained, fit for purpose and in-line with legislation, best practice and ATGE guidance. Project manage and /or support the delivery of repair/capital investment projects along with Theatre Director, ATGE property team, head of FM or head of technical operations as appropriate. Maintain technical, facilities and building records, drawings, O+Ms and general information ensuring that information is up to date and relevant, storing the data on the appropriate ATG system. With the Theatre Director develop a regime of planned maintenance, testing and inspection for all aspects of the venue. Staff Development, Training and Communication Develop a skilled, cohesive, and motivated team by ensuring high standards of recruitment, communication, development, and training. This includes our permanently contracted technical and maintenance staff and our Stage Door team. Recruit, train, appraise and manage your team to ensure business and individual objectives are achieved. Lead on staff training and development and ensure that appropriate technical, facilities and safety training is delivered. Lead on all other personnel matters relating to your team. Ensure all ATGE's HR policies and procedures are met and implemented. In conjunction with the Venue Administrator, ensure all personnel changes or updates for the BOH employees are processed in accordance with the company's procedures. Co-ordinate timesheets (and relevant ATGE systems), ensuring that they are correct and ready for processing by the Administrator. To ensure the timesheets adhere to agreed (and costed) staffing calls. Ensure regular and effective communication across your team. Set up regular team meetings to ensure the team is well informed and motivated. To also communicate company information, procedures, and goals. Your skills, qualities, and experience. If you can demonstrate many of the essential skills, qualities and experience we encourage you to apply. We welcome transferable skills from other industries. We are able to provide training where necessary. Essential IOSHH Certificate, First Aid, Fire Marshal Risk qualifications Working at Height Harness and Rescue and Pyrotechnics qualifications Extensive experience of managing technical teams within live performance venues. Experience in staff management, leadership, training, and supervision. Experience in safety legislation, implementation of safe systems and developing safety culture. . click apply for full job details
Are you passionate about using data to influence business decisions? Do you enjoy analysing trends, challenging the status quo and finding smarter ways to improve profitability? We're looking for an ambitious Pricing & Margin Optimisation Manager to join a successful, growing business where your expertise will directly shape commercial performance. This isn't a traditional finance role. Instead, you'll be at the heart of the business, working closely with Sales and senior management to develop pricing strategies, maximise margins and influence key commercial decisions. If you enjoy turning numbers into meaningful business improvements, this could be the perfect opportunity. The Opportunity Operating within a fast-paced, commodity-driven market, you'll take ownership of pricing strategy across thousands of products, ensuring the business remains competitive while protecting and improving profitability. You'll analyse customer behaviour, market trends and pricing performance, providing valuable insights that help drive revenue growth and commercial success. This is a highly visible role where your recommendations will have a genuine impact on business performance. What You'll Be Doing Taking ownership of customer and product pricing across the business. Developing dynamic pricing strategies that maximise profitability. Analysing customer buying behaviour, market trends and price performance. Identifying opportunities to improve margins and reduce margin leakage. Working closely with the Sales team to create effective pricing structures, discount frameworks and commercial guidelines. Producing meaningful commercial insights that support better business decisions. Building and maintaining pricing models using Excel, ERP systems and Power BI. Monitoring pricing performance and implementing corrective actions where required. Supporting new product launches with commercially competitive pricing strategies. Reviewing product ranges and identifying opportunities to improve product mix and profitability. Helping segment customers to improve pricing strategies and customer value. The right candidate You'll be commercially minded, analytical and confident working with large volumes of data. You'll enjoy solving business challenges and influencing key stakeholders through evidence-based decision making. Also with: Previous experience within Pricing, Commercial Analysis, Category Management or Commercial Finance. Advanced Excel skills with experience creating pricing or financial models. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. The confidence to challenge existing processes and influence commercial decisions. Experience working with ERP systems and business intelligence tools (Power BI would be advantageous). Experience managing large product ranges or SKU-heavy environments would be beneficial. Why Join? This is an exciting opportunity to join a business where your work genuinely makes a difference. You'll enjoy: A commercially focused role with real influence across the business. The opportunity to shape pricing strategy and improve company profitability. A collaborative environment where your ideas are valued. Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional decision making. A varied role combining commercial thinking, data analysis and strategic planning. Competitive salary of 35,000 - 45,000, depending on experience. Flexible working options, including consideration for part-time hours.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Are you passionate about using data to influence business decisions? Do you enjoy analysing trends, challenging the status quo and finding smarter ways to improve profitability? We're looking for an ambitious Pricing & Margin Optimisation Manager to join a successful, growing business where your expertise will directly shape commercial performance. This isn't a traditional finance role. Instead, you'll be at the heart of the business, working closely with Sales and senior management to develop pricing strategies, maximise margins and influence key commercial decisions. If you enjoy turning numbers into meaningful business improvements, this could be the perfect opportunity. The Opportunity Operating within a fast-paced, commodity-driven market, you'll take ownership of pricing strategy across thousands of products, ensuring the business remains competitive while protecting and improving profitability. You'll analyse customer behaviour, market trends and pricing performance, providing valuable insights that help drive revenue growth and commercial success. This is a highly visible role where your recommendations will have a genuine impact on business performance. What You'll Be Doing Taking ownership of customer and product pricing across the business. Developing dynamic pricing strategies that maximise profitability. Analysing customer buying behaviour, market trends and price performance. Identifying opportunities to improve margins and reduce margin leakage. Working closely with the Sales team to create effective pricing structures, discount frameworks and commercial guidelines. Producing meaningful commercial insights that support better business decisions. Building and maintaining pricing models using Excel, ERP systems and Power BI. Monitoring pricing performance and implementing corrective actions where required. Supporting new product launches with commercially competitive pricing strategies. Reviewing product ranges and identifying opportunities to improve product mix and profitability. Helping segment customers to improve pricing strategies and customer value. The right candidate You'll be commercially minded, analytical and confident working with large volumes of data. You'll enjoy solving business challenges and influencing key stakeholders through evidence-based decision making. Also with: Previous experience within Pricing, Commercial Analysis, Category Management or Commercial Finance. Advanced Excel skills with experience creating pricing or financial models. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. The confidence to challenge existing processes and influence commercial decisions. Experience working with ERP systems and business intelligence tools (Power BI would be advantageous). Experience managing large product ranges or SKU-heavy environments would be beneficial. Why Join? This is an exciting opportunity to join a business where your work genuinely makes a difference. You'll enjoy: A commercially focused role with real influence across the business. The opportunity to shape pricing strategy and improve company profitability. A collaborative environment where your ideas are valued. Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional decision making. A varied role combining commercial thinking, data analysis and strategic planning. Competitive salary of 35,000 - 45,000, depending on experience. Flexible working options, including consideration for part-time hours.
The Skills You'll Need: Japanese, corporate banking, financial statement analysis, loans, deposits, client-facing skills. Your New Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Discretionary Bonus Location: London Permanent / Full-time / Hybrid What You'll be Doing: Support Relationship Managers in servicing Japanese corporate clients. Prepare financial analyses, company research, credit reviews, and business proposals. Assist with loans, deposits, FX transactions, and fund transfers. Attend client meetings with senior RMs and support relationship development. Provide loan and deposit rate quotations to corporate clients. Monitor loan/deposit maturities and coordinate funding requirements internally. Maintain customer and transaction data, management information, and reporting. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures. The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: Native-level Japanese and business-level English. Experience in banking, financial services, or corporate finance preferred. Strong understanding of financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow). Knowledge of corporate banking products, deposits, loans, FX, and interest rates. Strong analytical, communication, and relationship management skills. Ability to work accurately in a regulated banking environment. Please follow us on Linkedin: company/people-first-team-japan We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
The Skills You'll Need: Japanese, corporate banking, financial statement analysis, loans, deposits, client-facing skills. Your New Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Discretionary Bonus Location: London Permanent / Full-time / Hybrid What You'll be Doing: Support Relationship Managers in servicing Japanese corporate clients. Prepare financial analyses, company research, credit reviews, and business proposals. Assist with loans, deposits, FX transactions, and fund transfers. Attend client meetings with senior RMs and support relationship development. Provide loan and deposit rate quotations to corporate clients. Monitor loan/deposit maturities and coordinate funding requirements internally. Maintain customer and transaction data, management information, and reporting. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures. The Skills You'll Need to Succeed: Native-level Japanese and business-level English. Experience in banking, financial services, or corporate finance preferred. Strong understanding of financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow). Knowledge of corporate banking products, deposits, loans, FX, and interest rates. Strong analytical, communication, and relationship management skills. Ability to work accurately in a regulated banking environment. Please follow us on Linkedin: company/people-first-team-japan We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.
Financial Controller - 18 Month Maternity Cover Location: Lakeside, Essex - Hybrid working available Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 About the Client Our client is a large, international organisation with a significant global presence and thousands of employees operating across numerous countries. The organisation offers the scale, opportunities and career potential associated with an established global business. Their culture is rooted in collaboration, mutual support and empowering employees to shape their careers. They place importance on diversity, work-life balance, career development and making a positive contribution both within the workplace and wider community. About the Job This is a senior finance position taking responsibility for management accounting, financial control and the quality of financial reporting. Managing a team of four Management Accountants, you will ensure robust controls are maintained while partnering with FP&A, senior finance stakeholders and wider Group functions. Duties will include: Taking ownership of month-end and quarter-end reporting, ensuring financial information is delivered accurately and within agreed deadlines. Managing complex accounting areas, including provisions, exceptional expenditure and accruals, in accordance with relevant accounting requirements. Working closely with FP&A and senior finance leadership to review financial performance ahead of monthly and quarterly reporting. Maintaining the integrity of the balance sheet, including oversight and approval of reconciliations. Strengthening the financial control framework and ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is maintained. Managing cash flow forecasting and providing effective challenge around working capital and underlying assumptions. Coordinating the external audit process, including financial statements and technical accounting assessments. Liaising with Group Tax to support accurate and timely tax reporting. Reviewing regulatory submissions and supporting quarterly attestation requirements. Leading, coaching and developing a team of four Management Accountants. Ensuring financial reporting complies with Group policies and applicable statutory requirements. Identifying opportunities to streamline finance processes, strengthen controls and improve overall efficiency. About the Successful Applicant You will be an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and IFRS, alongside experience of financial control and external audit processes. An established people manager, you will be comfortable leading finance professionals and influencing senior stakeholders. You will combine attention to detail with a collaborative approach, sound judgement and the confidence to challenge constructively while continually looking for opportunities to improve processes. What You Will Receive in Return You will join a sizeable international organisation offering genuine scope to develop your career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The culture places emphasis on professional development, diversity, employee wellbeing and work-life balance, alongside opportunities to contribute to sustainability and volunteering initiatives. Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and adjustments to working hours, may also be available depending on the requirements of the position.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller - 18 Month Maternity Cover Location: Lakeside, Essex - Hybrid working available Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 About the Client Our client is a large, international organisation with a significant global presence and thousands of employees operating across numerous countries. The organisation offers the scale, opportunities and career potential associated with an established global business. Their culture is rooted in collaboration, mutual support and empowering employees to shape their careers. They place importance on diversity, work-life balance, career development and making a positive contribution both within the workplace and wider community. About the Job This is a senior finance position taking responsibility for management accounting, financial control and the quality of financial reporting. Managing a team of four Management Accountants, you will ensure robust controls are maintained while partnering with FP&A, senior finance stakeholders and wider Group functions. Duties will include: Taking ownership of month-end and quarter-end reporting, ensuring financial information is delivered accurately and within agreed deadlines. Managing complex accounting areas, including provisions, exceptional expenditure and accruals, in accordance with relevant accounting requirements. Working closely with FP&A and senior finance leadership to review financial performance ahead of monthly and quarterly reporting. Maintaining the integrity of the balance sheet, including oversight and approval of reconciliations. Strengthening the financial control framework and ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is maintained. Managing cash flow forecasting and providing effective challenge around working capital and underlying assumptions. Coordinating the external audit process, including financial statements and technical accounting assessments. Liaising with Group Tax to support accurate and timely tax reporting. Reviewing regulatory submissions and supporting quarterly attestation requirements. Leading, coaching and developing a team of four Management Accountants. Ensuring financial reporting complies with Group policies and applicable statutory requirements. Identifying opportunities to streamline finance processes, strengthen controls and improve overall efficiency. About the Successful Applicant You will be an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and IFRS, alongside experience of financial control and external audit processes. An established people manager, you will be comfortable leading finance professionals and influencing senior stakeholders. You will combine attention to detail with a collaborative approach, sound judgement and the confidence to challenge constructively while continually looking for opportunities to improve processes. What You Will Receive in Return You will join a sizeable international organisation offering genuine scope to develop your career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The culture places emphasis on professional development, diversity, employee wellbeing and work-life balance, alongside opportunities to contribute to sustainability and volunteering initiatives. Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and adjustments to working hours, may also be available depending on the requirements of the position.
Finance & Accounts Administrator Finance Administrator Accounts Assistant Newton Abbot / Exeter Full-Time Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of an established business within the drilling and engineering sector for an experienced Finance & Accounts Administrator to join their team. This is a varied role supporting the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the Finance Manager, senior management and operational teams. What We Offer Varied and hands-on finance role. Genuine responsibility across the finance function. Exposure to accounts, expenses, invoicing and payroll. Opportunity to join an established and successful drilling and engineering business. Supportive and busy finance team environment. Key Duties Complete credit card and account reconciliations. Process customer and supplier invoicing. Prepare quotations using Xero. Monitor and process expenses. Chase outstanding invoices, receipts and financial information. Maintain accurate financial records. Support monthly payroll, including hours, overtime and additional payments. Liaise with operational and drilling teams to ensure payroll information is accurate. Investigate discrepancies and follow up missing information. Provide general finance and administration support. Requirements Previous experience as a Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant or in a similar finance role. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational and communication skills. Good IT skills. Experience with Xero or similar accounting software would be advantageous. Organised, accurate and proactive approach to work. Interested? If you're an experienced Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant or Finance & Accounts Administrator looking for a varied role within the drilling and engineering sector, apply today for a confidential discussion. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Finance & Accounts Administrator Finance Administrator Accounts Assistant Newton Abbot / Exeter Full-Time Permanent Introduction Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of an established business within the drilling and engineering sector for an experienced Finance & Accounts Administrator to join their team. This is a varied role supporting the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the Finance Manager, senior management and operational teams. What We Offer Varied and hands-on finance role. Genuine responsibility across the finance function. Exposure to accounts, expenses, invoicing and payroll. Opportunity to join an established and successful drilling and engineering business. Supportive and busy finance team environment. Key Duties Complete credit card and account reconciliations. Process customer and supplier invoicing. Prepare quotations using Xero. Monitor and process expenses. Chase outstanding invoices, receipts and financial information. Maintain accurate financial records. Support monthly payroll, including hours, overtime and additional payments. Liaise with operational and drilling teams to ensure payroll information is accurate. Investigate discrepancies and follow up missing information. Provide general finance and administration support. Requirements Previous experience as a Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant or in a similar finance role. Excellent attention to detail. Strong organisational and communication skills. Good IT skills. Experience with Xero or similar accounting software would be advantageous. Organised, accurate and proactive approach to work. Interested? If you're an experienced Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant or Finance & Accounts Administrator looking for a varied role within the drilling and engineering sector, apply today for a confidential discussion. Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Finance Manager Part-Time (30 Hours per Week) Permanent Year-Round Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (0.8 FTE) Location: Wokingham Area An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established independent school. This permanent, year-round position offers 30 hours per week and would suit a finance professional seeking a varied role with both operational and strategic responsibilities. Working closely with the Bursar and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective financial management of the school, providing accurate reporting, supporting financial planning and maintaining robust financial controls. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day financial operations of the school Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and variance analysis Support annual budget setting and ongoing financial forecasting Monitor departmental budgets and provide financial guidance to budget holders Manage fee billing and credit control processes Oversee the school's payroll function Prepare VAT returns and ensure HMRC compliance Support the preparation of year-end accounts and annual audit requirements Maintain strong financial controls and compliance with relevant regulations Develop meaningful financial reporting and KPI information for senior leaders and governors Identify and implement improvements to finance processes and systems Support and develop members of the finance team Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation We are keen to hear from candidates who have: A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT Level 4) or are Qualified by Experience (QBE) Experience in a finance management, management accounting or similar finance role Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills Experience producing accurate financial reports and analysing financial performance A good understanding of payroll processes Excellent Excel and financial systems skills Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders A proactive, collaborative and solution-focused approach Desirable Experience Education, independent school, academy, charity or not-for-profit sector experience Experience of VAT and audit processes Knowledge of fee billing systems Experience with iFinance, PS Financials or similar finance systems Previous team leadership or supervisory experience This role is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding checks in line with safer recruitment practices. If you have the expertise and experience? APPLY NOW! alternatively contact Muzna Naqvi at Reed Reading Office
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Part-Time (30 Hours per Week) Permanent Year-Round Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (0.8 FTE) Location: Wokingham Area An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established independent school. This permanent, year-round position offers 30 hours per week and would suit a finance professional seeking a varied role with both operational and strategic responsibilities. Working closely with the Bursar and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in ensuring the effective financial management of the school, providing accurate reporting, supporting financial planning and maintaining robust financial controls. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day financial operations of the school Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports and variance analysis Support annual budget setting and ongoing financial forecasting Monitor departmental budgets and provide financial guidance to budget holders Manage fee billing and credit control processes Oversee the school's payroll function Prepare VAT returns and ensure HMRC compliance Support the preparation of year-end accounts and annual audit requirements Maintain strong financial controls and compliance with relevant regulations Develop meaningful financial reporting and KPI information for senior leaders and governors Identify and implement improvements to finance processes and systems Support and develop members of the finance team Work collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation We are keen to hear from candidates who have: A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT Level 4) or are Qualified by Experience (QBE) Experience in a finance management, management accounting or similar finance role Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills Experience producing accurate financial reports and analysing financial performance A good understanding of payroll processes Excellent Excel and financial systems skills Strong organisational skills and attention to detail The ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders A proactive, collaborative and solution-focused approach Desirable Experience Education, independent school, academy, charity or not-for-profit sector experience Experience of VAT and audit processes Knowledge of fee billing systems Experience with iFinance, PS Financials or similar finance systems Previous team leadership or supervisory experience This role is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding checks in line with safer recruitment practices. If you have the expertise and experience? APPLY NOW! alternatively contact Muzna Naqvi at Reed Reading Office
Senior Project Manager - Actuarial Model Development - IMAP programme Our prestigious London based client have an urgent requirement for an interim Senior Project Manager to join a large internal model programme. This Project Manager will lead the delivery of the actuarial modelling development workstream within the programme, working closely with the client's actuarial function and in-house actuarial developers. Up to £850 per day - UMBRELLA ONLY 6 month initial contract (with scope for long term extensions - the programme should run for 18 months+) Hybrid working - Circa 2 days a week onsite in the client's office in City of London Experience needed: Strong and specialist Project Management experience Proven experience of leading actuarial modelling, or actuarial system development projects Previous experience within the Life & Pensions industry Experience of working directly with actuarial teams, ideally with experience of working with actuarial developers Gravitas and credibility to engage and influence senior stakeholders up to a senior level Personable, engaging, and able to bring a variety of stakeholder groups together Any candidates who are not able to clearly demonstrate all of the required experience above within their CV, will not be considered for this role. To apply for this role, please send a copy of your CV in the first instance. Suitable candidates will be contacted in due course. If you have not heard back within 7 days following CV submission, your application in this instance will have been unsuccessful. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Aug 21, 2026
Contractor
Senior Project Manager - Actuarial Model Development - IMAP programme Our prestigious London based client have an urgent requirement for an interim Senior Project Manager to join a large internal model programme. This Project Manager will lead the delivery of the actuarial modelling development workstream within the programme, working closely with the client's actuarial function and in-house actuarial developers. Up to £850 per day - UMBRELLA ONLY 6 month initial contract (with scope for long term extensions - the programme should run for 18 months+) Hybrid working - Circa 2 days a week onsite in the client's office in City of London Experience needed: Strong and specialist Project Management experience Proven experience of leading actuarial modelling, or actuarial system development projects Previous experience within the Life & Pensions industry Experience of working directly with actuarial teams, ideally with experience of working with actuarial developers Gravitas and credibility to engage and influence senior stakeholders up to a senior level Personable, engaging, and able to bring a variety of stakeholder groups together Any candidates who are not able to clearly demonstrate all of the required experience above within their CV, will not be considered for this role. To apply for this role, please send a copy of your CV in the first instance. Suitable candidates will be contacted in due course. If you have not heard back within 7 days following CV submission, your application in this instance will have been unsuccessful. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
West Midlands & Worcestershire Perm Hub
Solihull, West Midlands
Finance Manager Location: Shirley, Solihull Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time - Office Based Hours: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £40,000 - £50,000Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious business based in Shirley, Solihull, who are looking to appoint an experienced and hands-on Finance Manager to lead their finance function and support the wider leadership team.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working within a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in the continued growth of the business. Reporting directly into the CEO and senior leadership team, the successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day finance operation, manage a small office-based team, and contribute towards strategic financial planning, process improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.The role requires a strong operational approach alongside the ability to provide meaningful financial insight to support business decisions. Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance department Manage daily bank processing and reconciliations, including invoice discounting schedules Produce weekly and monthly sales invoicing using Sage 50 and Timegate systems Oversee purchase ledger processing and credit control activities Complete monthly payroll reconciliations Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team Drive cashflow management and maximise available working capital Support the production of annual financial statements and year-end processes Provide information and support for external auditors Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving opportunities Work closely with the CEO and wider leadership team to support business growth and operational efficiency Candidate Requirements ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Previous experience within a Finance Manager position Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 is essential Experience managing invoice discounting facilities is essential Advanced Excel skills Previous experience working within a fast-paced and growing business Strong leadership and people management skills Commercially aware with the confidence to challenge processes and drive improvements Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the business Hands-on and proactive approach to finance operations Benefits 21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Additional holiday entitlement with length of service (up to 25 days) Company-funded gym membership following probation Contributory pension scheme Free on-site parking with EV charging access This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where you can make a genuine impact and play a key role in shaping the future of the finance function.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Location: Shirley, Solihull Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time - Office Based Hours: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday Salary: £40,000 - £50,000Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious business based in Shirley, Solihull, who are looking to appoint an experienced and hands-on Finance Manager to lead their finance function and support the wider leadership team.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working within a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in the continued growth of the business. Reporting directly into the CEO and senior leadership team, the successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day finance operation, manage a small office-based team, and contribute towards strategic financial planning, process improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.The role requires a strong operational approach alongside the ability to provide meaningful financial insight to support business decisions. Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance department Manage daily bank processing and reconciliations, including invoice discounting schedules Produce weekly and monthly sales invoicing using Sage 50 and Timegate systems Oversee purchase ledger processing and credit control activities Complete monthly payroll reconciliations Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team Drive cashflow management and maximise available working capital Support the production of annual financial statements and year-end processes Provide information and support for external auditors Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving opportunities Work closely with the CEO and wider leadership team to support business growth and operational efficiency Candidate Requirements ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Previous experience within a Finance Manager position Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 is essential Experience managing invoice discounting facilities is essential Advanced Excel skills Previous experience working within a fast-paced and growing business Strong leadership and people management skills Commercially aware with the confidence to challenge processes and drive improvements Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the business Hands-on and proactive approach to finance operations Benefits 21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Additional holiday entitlement with length of service (up to 25 days) Company-funded gym membership following probation Contributory pension scheme Free on-site parking with EV charging access This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where you can make a genuine impact and play a key role in shaping the future of the finance function.
Management Accountant Location: Leicester (Hybrid - 2 days working from home) Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) Hours: Full time - Flexible (8am - 4pm, 9am - 5pm) Study support if required 25 holidays + bank holidays The Opportunity SF Recruitment are working with a well-established business in Leicester to recruit a Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing finance team where you'll take ownership of the month-end process, provide meaningful financial insight, and support key business decisions. This role would suit a part-qualified, qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or qualified by experience accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and partnering with stakeholders across the business. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts. Complete balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and journals. Produce monthly P&L reporting with detailed variance analysis. Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting. Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules. Prepare and submit VAT returns. Support the year-end audit process and statutory reporting requirements. Analyse financial performance and provide commercial insight to senior management. Business partner with operational managers to improve financial performance. Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting. Produce ad hoc financial analysis and reports as required. About You ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience. Previous experience in a Management Accountant or Assistant Management Accountant role. Strong understanding of month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations. Confident producing management accounts with minimal supervision. Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS). Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail. Able to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Proactive, organised and keen to drive continuous improvement.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant Location: Leicester (Hybrid - 2 days working from home) Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) Hours: Full time - Flexible (8am - 4pm, 9am - 5pm) Study support if required 25 holidays + bank holidays The Opportunity SF Recruitment are working with a well-established business in Leicester to recruit a Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing finance team where you'll take ownership of the month-end process, provide meaningful financial insight, and support key business decisions. This role would suit a part-qualified, qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or qualified by experience accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and partnering with stakeholders across the business. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts. Complete balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and journals. Produce monthly P&L reporting with detailed variance analysis. Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting. Maintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules. Prepare and submit VAT returns. Support the year-end audit process and statutory reporting requirements. Analyse financial performance and provide commercial insight to senior management. Business partner with operational managers to improve financial performance. Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and reporting. Produce ad hoc financial analysis and reports as required. About You ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience. Previous experience in a Management Accountant or Assistant Management Accountant role. Strong understanding of month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations. Confident producing management accounts with minimal supervision. Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, SUMIFS). Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail. Able to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Proactive, organised and keen to drive continuous improvement.
The Opportunity Most companies talk about progression. At Fortrade, your numbers do the talking. We are a global CFD and Forex trading provider, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA Reference: (phone number removed , established in 2013. Our Watford team works exclusively with UK-based FCA clients in a non-advisory, execution-only environment. We are growing and we are looking for people who want to grow with us - not just fill a seat. What You Will Do: You will join our conversion team, speaking daily with clients who have already shown interest in our platform. Your job is simple in theory and demanding in practice: Build genuine relationships with clients over the phone and by email Provide clear, fair information on our products, platform and educational services Support clients through to creating and activating their live account No cold calling. Existing Inbound Leads Only. Every person you speak to has already registered with us. The Growth Path: This is where it gets interesting. Start as an BDE/Account Manager on the conversion floor. Prove yourself. When your numbers are talking consistently, not occasionally and the door to Senior Account Manager (Retention) opens. That means managing clients who have already deposited, building long-term relationships and a significantly higher earning ceiling. The timeline is yours to control. We have seen it happen in four months. What We Are Looking For: A natural communicator - someone people warm to quickly Resilience under pressure. Not every call goes your way Hunger to grow, not just to start Coachable - the system works if you work it Professional telephone manner and strong written communication Commitment to ethical conduct and FCA compliance standards No finance degree needed. Attitude and drive will take you further here than any qualification. What You Get: One week fully paid in-house training before you take a single call Performance-based commission from your first conversion Weekly and monthly incentives when the team hits the target, the team goes for lunch Annual salary review Fast-track progression based entirely on performance Contributory pension after 3 months Employee Assistance Programme free wellbeing support for you and your family Annual eye test Complimentary snacks and coffee Free on-site parking If your numbers talk, we will listen. Fortrade Ltd is authorised and regulated by the FCA, FRN: (phone number removed). Non-advisory, execution-only role. Employees do not provide financial advice. CFD trading involves significant risk of loss. Please click APPLY NOW to submit your CV for this role.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
The Opportunity Most companies talk about progression. At Fortrade, your numbers do the talking. We are a global CFD and Forex trading provider, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA Reference: (phone number removed , established in 2013. Our Watford team works exclusively with UK-based FCA clients in a non-advisory, execution-only environment. We are growing and we are looking for people who want to grow with us - not just fill a seat. What You Will Do: You will join our conversion team, speaking daily with clients who have already shown interest in our platform. Your job is simple in theory and demanding in practice: Build genuine relationships with clients over the phone and by email Provide clear, fair information on our products, platform and educational services Support clients through to creating and activating their live account No cold calling. Existing Inbound Leads Only. Every person you speak to has already registered with us. The Growth Path: This is where it gets interesting. Start as an BDE/Account Manager on the conversion floor. Prove yourself. When your numbers are talking consistently, not occasionally and the door to Senior Account Manager (Retention) opens. That means managing clients who have already deposited, building long-term relationships and a significantly higher earning ceiling. The timeline is yours to control. We have seen it happen in four months. What We Are Looking For: A natural communicator - someone people warm to quickly Resilience under pressure. Not every call goes your way Hunger to grow, not just to start Coachable - the system works if you work it Professional telephone manner and strong written communication Commitment to ethical conduct and FCA compliance standards No finance degree needed. Attitude and drive will take you further here than any qualification. What You Get: One week fully paid in-house training before you take a single call Performance-based commission from your first conversion Weekly and monthly incentives when the team hits the target, the team goes for lunch Annual salary review Fast-track progression based entirely on performance Contributory pension after 3 months Employee Assistance Programme free wellbeing support for you and your family Annual eye test Complimentary snacks and coffee Free on-site parking If your numbers talk, we will listen. Fortrade Ltd is authorised and regulated by the FCA, FRN: (phone number removed). Non-advisory, execution-only role. Employees do not provide financial advice. CFD trading involves significant risk of loss. Please click APPLY NOW to submit your CV for this role.
Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 per annum Location: London (Hybrid Working) Contract: Permanent, Full Time Are you an experienced Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or Commercial Finance professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact? We're seeking a Business Partner - Schools to join a well-established Planning and Business Partnering Team within a leading London university. This is an opportunity to work closely with senior academic leaders, influence key financial decisions and support the delivery of strategic objectives across a diverse and dynamic educational environment. The role offers significant exposure to financial planning, performance management, stakeholder engagement and business partnering, providing the opportunity to add real value through insight, challenge and collaboration. The Role Working as part of the Finance Team, you'll partner with Schools and senior stakeholders to support financial performance and strategic decision-making across the University. Key Responsibilities Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Schools and Professional Services Deliver budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities Provide meaningful financial analysis and performance reporting Support strategic decision-making through financial insight and challenge Develop and review business cases and investment appraisals Maintain effective financial controls and promote value for money Support budget holders through training, guidance and financial advice Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance financial processes Ensure compliance with University policies, governance requirements and financial regulations Deputise for the Finance Manager and provide support across the wider team as required Candidate requirements: Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience Qualified accountant or working towards a qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Experience managing budgets, forecasts and financial planning processes Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills Experience working with a range of stakeholders and influencing decision-making The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively A proactive and collaborative approach to continuous improvement Experience working in the Higher Education sector (E) Benefits include: Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional Christmas closure days Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Excellent learning and development opportunities Season Ticket Loan Scheme Access to fitness and social facilities Apply Now If you're looking for a varied and rewarding finance business partnering role where your expertise will help shape financial performance and support the success of a leading university, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 per annum Location: London (Hybrid Working) Contract: Permanent, Full Time Are you an experienced Finance Business Partner, Management Accountant or Commercial Finance professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact? We're seeking a Business Partner - Schools to join a well-established Planning and Business Partnering Team within a leading London university. This is an opportunity to work closely with senior academic leaders, influence key financial decisions and support the delivery of strategic objectives across a diverse and dynamic educational environment. The role offers significant exposure to financial planning, performance management, stakeholder engagement and business partnering, providing the opportunity to add real value through insight, challenge and collaboration. The Role Working as part of the Finance Team, you'll partner with Schools and senior stakeholders to support financial performance and strategic decision-making across the University. Key Responsibilities Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across Schools and Professional Services Deliver budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities Provide meaningful financial analysis and performance reporting Support strategic decision-making through financial insight and challenge Develop and review business cases and investment appraisals Maintain effective financial controls and promote value for money Support budget holders through training, guidance and financial advice Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enhance financial processes Ensure compliance with University policies, governance requirements and financial regulations Deputise for the Finance Manager and provide support across the wider team as required Candidate requirements: Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience Qualified accountant or working towards a qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Experience managing budgets, forecasts and financial planning processes Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skills Experience working with a range of stakeholders and influencing decision-making The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively A proactive and collaborative approach to continuous improvement Experience working in the Higher Education sector (E) Benefits include: Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional Christmas closure days Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Excellent learning and development opportunities Season Ticket Loan Scheme Access to fitness and social facilities Apply Now If you're looking for a varied and rewarding finance business partnering role where your expertise will help shape financial performance and support the success of a leading university, we'd love to hear from you.
Trading Manager (Buyer / Senior Buyer) - Home / DIY Somerset (Head Office) Hybrid working Salary up to £65k DOE plus exceptional benefits package Are you a commercially driven buying professional who thrives on turning strategy into results? Ready to take ownership of a £100m+ category and shape its future? This could be your next big move. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Trading Manager to join our client's growing team at their Yeovil Head Office. This is a high-impact role where you'll be responsible for delivering sales and profit targets, building compelling trading plans, and driving real commercial growth. What you'll be doing: Owning sales and profitability targets for your category Developing a 2-year category strategy using market and customer insight Building and delivering a 12-month trading plan with clear tactical activity Negotiating promotional support and trading terms with suppliers Identifying risks, spotting opportunities and driving remedial action where needed Managing range changes and innovation, working with the wider Group and local suppliers Setting pricing within framework and keeping a sharp eye on competitor activity Playing a key role in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting Presenting plans and performance updates to senior stakeholders This is a role for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on trading expertise. You'll be a strong negotiator customer-focused, commercially astute and confident working cross-functionally in a fast-paced retail environment. We're looking for: Retail trading experience (Buyer or similar) Strong commercial acumen and understanding of seasonality & price perception Experience across multiple sales channels Solid financial reporting knowledge Confident negotiation and presentation skills Strong Excel and PowerPoint capability Excellent organisation and deadline management If you're someone who takes ownership, thrives on accountability and enjoys collaborating to achieve shared goals, you'll fit right in. In return, you'll enjoy a fantastic package including: Highly competitive salary 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, with 5 flexible days) Hybrid working Discretionary bonus scheme Buy More Holiday scheme EV Car Scheme Life cover 20% colleague discount Discounted healthcare and enhanced family leave Loyalty recognition & share save scheme In-house training and development Access to an award-winning Pension Scheme This is a brilliant opportunity to join a market-leading retailer where you can truly influence performance, innovation and growth. If you'd like to find out more, We'd love to have a confidential conversation. BH35646
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Trading Manager (Buyer / Senior Buyer) - Home / DIY Somerset (Head Office) Hybrid working Salary up to £65k DOE plus exceptional benefits package Are you a commercially driven buying professional who thrives on turning strategy into results? Ready to take ownership of a £100m+ category and shape its future? This could be your next big move. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Trading Manager to join our client's growing team at their Yeovil Head Office. This is a high-impact role where you'll be responsible for delivering sales and profit targets, building compelling trading plans, and driving real commercial growth. What you'll be doing: Owning sales and profitability targets for your category Developing a 2-year category strategy using market and customer insight Building and delivering a 12-month trading plan with clear tactical activity Negotiating promotional support and trading terms with suppliers Identifying risks, spotting opportunities and driving remedial action where needed Managing range changes and innovation, working with the wider Group and local suppliers Setting pricing within framework and keeping a sharp eye on competitor activity Playing a key role in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting Presenting plans and performance updates to senior stakeholders This is a role for someone who combines strategic thinking with hands-on trading expertise. You'll be a strong negotiator customer-focused, commercially astute and confident working cross-functionally in a fast-paced retail environment. We're looking for: Retail trading experience (Buyer or similar) Strong commercial acumen and understanding of seasonality & price perception Experience across multiple sales channels Solid financial reporting knowledge Confident negotiation and presentation skills Strong Excel and PowerPoint capability Excellent organisation and deadline management If you're someone who takes ownership, thrives on accountability and enjoys collaborating to achieve shared goals, you'll fit right in. In return, you'll enjoy a fantastic package including: Highly competitive salary 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, with 5 flexible days) Hybrid working Discretionary bonus scheme Buy More Holiday scheme EV Car Scheme Life cover 20% colleague discount Discounted healthcare and enhanced family leave Loyalty recognition & share save scheme In-house training and development Access to an award-winning Pension Scheme This is a brilliant opportunity to join a market-leading retailer where you can truly influence performance, innovation and growth. If you'd like to find out more, We'd love to have a confidential conversation. BH35646
Your new organisation Your new role will be at a growing, technology-led business who are seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Lead. Working closely with senior operational leaders, you will provide financial insight, challenge and support to drive business performance across multiple business units. This is an excellent opportunity for you as a qualified accountant who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, influencing decision-making and adding value beyond the numbers in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Your new role Deliver insightful KPI reporting, financial analysis and commentary to support business performance. Produce monthly management reporting across multiple business units. Partner with divisional Directors, providing challenge and commercial guidance. Lead budgeting, forecasting and planning. Support wider finance projects, systems change and process improvement initiatives. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong business partnering experience within a commercial environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to analyse complex financial information and present clear recommendations. Experience working to tight reporting deadlines. Motivated, proactive and comfortable operating within a changing business environment. What you'll get in return Hybrid working model. Exposure to senior leadership and key business decision-making. Opportunity to influence business performance and strategy. Supportive and collaborative culture. Competitive salary and benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please apply now or contact Chris Evans in the Guildford office 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 organisation Your new role will be at a growing, technology-led business who are seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Lead. Working closely with senior operational leaders, you will provide financial insight, challenge and support to drive business performance across multiple business units. This is an excellent opportunity for you as a qualified accountant who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, influencing decision-making and adding value beyond the numbers in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Your new role Deliver insightful KPI reporting, financial analysis and commentary to support business performance. Produce monthly management reporting across multiple business units. Partner with divisional Directors, providing challenge and commercial guidance. Lead budgeting, forecasting and planning. Support wider finance projects, systems change and process improvement initiatives. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Strong business partnering experience within a commercial environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to analyse complex financial information and present clear recommendations. Experience working to tight reporting deadlines. Motivated, proactive and comfortable operating within a changing business environment. What you'll get in return Hybrid working model. Exposure to senior leadership and key business decision-making. Opportunity to influence business performance and strategy. Supportive and collaborative culture. Competitive salary and benefits package. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please apply now or contact Chris Evans in the Guildford office 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)
Finance Manager Location: Bromsgrove (Office Based) Salary: £40,000 per annum We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day finance function for our growing business based in Bromsgrove. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a varied role, taking ownership of the accounts function and providing accurate financial information to support business decisions. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company's financial operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, improving financial processes, and producing timely management information. Finance Manager Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function Manage all aspects of the purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook Perform and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports Lead month-end and year-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation schedules Manage payroll, pensions and HMRC submissions Support budgeting and forecasting processes Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability Oversee accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna Manage foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting Liaise with external accountants, auditors and other key stakeholders Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and streamline accounting processes Provide financial support to senior management and assist with ad hoc projects as required The Successful Finance Manager Will Ideally Have Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior accounting role Strong knowledge of management accounts, VAT, payroll and month-end reporting Experience managing purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations Excellent understanding of financial controls and accounting procedures Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using accounting software Experience within e-commerce or multi-channel retail would be advantageous Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines A proactive and hands-on approach with the confidence to work independently In Return You Will Receive Salary of £40,000 per annum Office-based role in Bromsgrove Opportunity to take ownership of the finance function Varied and rewarding role within a growing business Friendly and supportive working environment Opportunities to contribute to business growth and process improvements If you're an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge in a hands-on Finance Manager role, we'd love to hear from you. Please click APPLY with your updated CV, and I'll be in touch soon.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Location: Bromsgrove (Office Based) Salary: £40,000 per annum We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day finance function for our growing business based in Bromsgrove. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a varied role, taking ownership of the accounts function and providing accurate financial information to support business decisions. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company's financial operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, improving financial processes, and producing timely management information. Finance Manager Key Responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function Manage all aspects of the purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook Perform and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports Lead month-end and year-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation schedules Manage payroll, pensions and HMRC submissions Support budgeting and forecasting processes Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability Oversee accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna Manage foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting Liaise with external accountants, auditors and other key stakeholders Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and streamline accounting processes Provide financial support to senior management and assist with ad hoc projects as required The Successful Finance Manager Will Ideally Have Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior accounting role Strong knowledge of management accounts, VAT, payroll and month-end reporting Experience managing purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations Excellent understanding of financial controls and accounting procedures Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using accounting software Experience within e-commerce or multi-channel retail would be advantageous Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines A proactive and hands-on approach with the confidence to work independently In Return You Will Receive Salary of £40,000 per annum Office-based role in Bromsgrove Opportunity to take ownership of the finance function Varied and rewarding role within a growing business Friendly and supportive working environment Opportunities to contribute to business growth and process improvements If you're an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge in a hands-on Finance Manager role, we'd love to hear from you. Please click APPLY with your updated CV, and I'll be in touch soon.
