Come and join us as a customer focused and results driven Assistant Category Manager and be part of a hugely successful and friendly team.The Role: As an Assistant Category Manager, you will have the drive and ambition to work within a dynamic, commercial function. As an Assistant Category Manager, you will own the relationship with your suppliers, maintaining strong relationships. You will play a vital role in being the first point of contact for our expansive branch network and suppliers, supporting our Category team for Controls and Tools in ensuring we have the right range of products for our customers at the right gross margin profitability, securing the maximum amount of funding from our suppliers to support that range.Key Responsibilities Create and deliver a market-leading category strategy for your categories. The strategy must include the proposition, pricing and promotional plan along with range, pricing and its role and intent within the portfolio Review and report weekly on the trading performance identify areas of opportunity or concern and take appropriate and timely actionNetwork and maintain healthy and regular contact with the supplier base including building an internal network with stakeholders to contribute to delivering the requirements of your category & the wider commercial teamEnsure we have the optimum route to market for each channel by supplier/category & that stock health meets the objective of the business & completed in conjunction with the supply chainProactively manage the selling price to agreed category price guidance and make sure the data is actively managed in terms of competitor matches which includes maintaining a watching brief on established and emerging competitorsCreating promotional plans within the overall Trading Plan in line with category role and intent which delivers improved sales campaign on campaign and deliver financial support to maintain margin expectations Driving digital participation of the category and also taking a digital-first approach to developing opportunities or resolving issues within the categoryNegotiation of commercial terms with suppliers as and when required to hit target and ensure accurate and timely input into Dealtrack making sure that all reports are maintained, transparent and accurate at all timesBe available to step up and attend meetings on behalf of the Senior Category Manager or Head of Category when required as part of your own personal development plan This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home, but you should be within commutable distance of our office in Crick, Northamptonshire.You: You'll live and breathe our Customer First ethos, with an innovative and agile approach to problem-solving. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Category team and you'll be committed to acting with integrity and honesty in everything you do.Skills and competencies Analytical capability coupled with a strong level of commercial acumenGood organisational, prioritisation and time skillsGood interpersonal skillsRounded communication skills in person & in writingGreat attention to detail Confidence to build relationshipsComfortable working at pace and most of all not be afraid to get stuck in!Have an innovative and agile approach to identify solutionsEnjoy working collaboratively with a dedicated focus on driving resultsExperience in a retail or branch networkHave undertaken a category range and plan review- preferred It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Buying, Procurement, Category, Commercial, Negotiation. Building, Construction, Retail, FMCG, Manufacturing, Mechanical.Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Nov 19, 2025
Full time
Come and join us as a customer focused and results driven Assistant Category Manager and be part of a hugely successful and friendly team.The Role: As an Assistant Category Manager, you will have the drive and ambition to work within a dynamic, commercial function. As an Assistant Category Manager, you will own the relationship with your suppliers, maintaining strong relationships. You will play a vital role in being the first point of contact for our expansive branch network and suppliers, supporting our Category team for Controls and Tools in ensuring we have the right range of products for our customers at the right gross margin profitability, securing the maximum amount of funding from our suppliers to support that range.Key Responsibilities Create and deliver a market-leading category strategy for your categories. The strategy must include the proposition, pricing and promotional plan along with range, pricing and its role and intent within the portfolio Review and report weekly on the trading performance identify areas of opportunity or concern and take appropriate and timely actionNetwork and maintain healthy and regular contact with the supplier base including building an internal network with stakeholders to contribute to delivering the requirements of your category & the wider commercial teamEnsure we have the optimum route to market for each channel by supplier/category & that stock health meets the objective of the business & completed in conjunction with the supply chainProactively manage the selling price to agreed category price guidance and make sure the data is actively managed in terms of competitor matches which includes maintaining a watching brief on established and emerging competitorsCreating promotional plans within the overall Trading Plan in line with category role and intent which delivers improved sales campaign on campaign and deliver financial support to maintain margin expectations Driving digital participation of the category and also taking a digital-first approach to developing opportunities or resolving issues within the categoryNegotiation of commercial terms with suppliers as and when required to hit target and ensure accurate and timely input into Dealtrack making sure that all reports are maintained, transparent and accurate at all timesBe available to step up and attend meetings on behalf of the Senior Category Manager or Head of Category when required as part of your own personal development plan This is a hybrid-based opportunity with true flexibility to work from home, but you should be within commutable distance of our office in Crick, Northamptonshire.You: You'll live and breathe our Customer First ethos, with an innovative and agile approach to problem-solving. You'll enjoy working collaboratively with the wider Category team and you'll be committed to acting with integrity and honesty in everything you do.Skills and competencies Analytical capability coupled with a strong level of commercial acumenGood organisational, prioritisation and time skillsGood interpersonal skillsRounded communication skills in person & in writingGreat attention to detail Confidence to build relationshipsComfortable working at pace and most of all not be afraid to get stuck in!Have an innovative and agile approach to identify solutionsEnjoy working collaboratively with a dedicated focus on driving resultsExperience in a retail or branch networkHave undertaken a category range and plan review- preferred It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets, and worked with the following products and/or services: Buying, Procurement, Category, Commercial, Negotiation. Building, Construction, Retail, FMCG, Manufacturing, Mechanical.Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.
Job Title: Executive Officer Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Location: Chichester Reports to: Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer Liberty Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an Executive Officer who will provide high-level strategic, operational and administrative support to both the CFO and COO. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at the heart of corporate decision-making. Acting as a key link between Finance, Operations and the Executive team, this role ensures priorities are aligned, governance is maintained and business-critical initiatives progress smoothly. Responsibilities include: Manage day-to-day workflow, priorities and communications for the CFO and COO Coordinate preparation of Board and Committee materials, including reports, briefing packs and presentations Support delivery of strategic initiatives such as transformation projects, funding programmes and operational reviews Liaise with external advisers, auditors, lenders and stakeholders where required Track and ensure completion of actions arising from Executive and Board meetings Assist in planning, monitoring and reporting on business performance, budgets and KPIs Provide research and analytical support across finance, operations and efficiency projects Draft concise reports, briefing notes and internal communications Support implementation of new systems, controls and governance processes Act as a central coordination point between Finance, Operations, Legal, HR and Corporate Affairs Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information Uphold governance, compliance and reporting standards Contribute to a collaborative, accountable and high-performing culture To be successful in this role you will need: Strong commercial and financial awareness with excellent analytical skills Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including Board-level reporting Confident working independently and exercising sound judgement Strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and financial systems (ERP/BI tools) Experience in a financial, operational or strategic role (e.g. Finance Manager, PMO Lead, Business Analyst, Executive Assistant to C-suite) Experience supporting senior leaders within a listed or complex organisation (desirable) Understanding of corporate governance, financial reporting cycles and operational processes Discreet, reliable and resilient under pressure A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships Pragmatic, proactive and solutions-focused If you have the skills, experience and drive to excel in this influential role, please get in touch with the team at Liberty Recruitment Group to discuss further.
Nov 18, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Executive Officer Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Contract: Full-time, Permanent Location: Chichester Reports to: Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer Liberty Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an Executive Officer who will provide high-level strategic, operational and administrative support to both the CFO and COO. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working at the heart of corporate decision-making. Acting as a key link between Finance, Operations and the Executive team, this role ensures priorities are aligned, governance is maintained and business-critical initiatives progress smoothly. Responsibilities include: Manage day-to-day workflow, priorities and communications for the CFO and COO Coordinate preparation of Board and Committee materials, including reports, briefing packs and presentations Support delivery of strategic initiatives such as transformation projects, funding programmes and operational reviews Liaise with external advisers, auditors, lenders and stakeholders where required Track and ensure completion of actions arising from Executive and Board meetings Assist in planning, monitoring and reporting on business performance, budgets and KPIs Provide research and analytical support across finance, operations and efficiency projects Draft concise reports, briefing notes and internal communications Support implementation of new systems, controls and governance processes Act as a central coordination point between Finance, Operations, Legal, HR and Corporate Affairs Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information Uphold governance, compliance and reporting standards Contribute to a collaborative, accountable and high-performing culture To be successful in this role you will need: Strong commercial and financial awareness with excellent analytical skills Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including Board-level reporting Confident working independently and exercising sound judgement Strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and financial systems (ERP/BI tools) Experience in a financial, operational or strategic role (e.g. Finance Manager, PMO Lead, Business Analyst, Executive Assistant to C-suite) Experience supporting senior leaders within a listed or complex organisation (desirable) Understanding of corporate governance, financial reporting cycles and operational processes Discreet, reliable and resilient under pressure A collaborative team player who builds strong relationships Pragmatic, proactive and solutions-focused If you have the skills, experience and drive to excel in this influential role, please get in touch with the team at Liberty Recruitment Group to discuss further.
The Organisation This is a financially robust and internationally active organisation with an income in excess of £40 million. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, it combines commercial acumen with a mission-driven ethos. The finance function is well-established, and the organisation is undergoing a period of positive transformation, with a strong focus on improving systems, controls, and reporting quality. The Job We're recruiting a technically strong Financial Accountant to lead on statutory reporting, audit delivery, and balance sheet integrity across the group and its subsidiaries. Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll manage the year-end close, oversee group consolidation, and act as the key liaison with external auditors and outsourced accounting providers. You'll also line manage an Assistant Financial Accountant based overseas and play a pivotal role in improving financial controls and reporting processes.This is a hands-on role requiring a blend of technical expertise, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement. The organisation uses Sun Accounts and operates in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment. The Person We're looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with: Strong technical accounting knowledge, including FRS 102 and group consolidation. Proven experience managing audits and statutory accounts preparation. A proactive, detail-oriented approach with excellent communication skills. Experience working with or managing outsourced accounting teams is desirable. Exposure to international or not-for-profit environments would be a bonus. What's in it for You? Salary of £80,000 10% matched pension Hybrid working with flexibility - 1 day per week in the office Opportunity to lead on group-wide financial reporting and audit A collaborative, values-driven culture with senior stakeholder visibility What to Do Now If you're a technically strong accountant looking to step into a pivotal role with international scope and strategic influence, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly 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 hays.co.uk
Nov 18, 2025
Full time
The Organisation This is a financially robust and internationally active organisation with an income in excess of £40 million. Operating across multiple jurisdictions, it combines commercial acumen with a mission-driven ethos. The finance function is well-established, and the organisation is undergoing a period of positive transformation, with a strong focus on improving systems, controls, and reporting quality. The Job We're recruiting a technically strong Financial Accountant to lead on statutory reporting, audit delivery, and balance sheet integrity across the group and its subsidiaries. Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll manage the year-end close, oversee group consolidation, and act as the key liaison with external auditors and outsourced accounting providers. You'll also line manage an Assistant Financial Accountant based overseas and play a pivotal role in improving financial controls and reporting processes.This is a hands-on role requiring a blend of technical expertise, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement. The organisation uses Sun Accounts and operates in a multi-entity, multi-currency environment. The Person We're looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with: Strong technical accounting knowledge, including FRS 102 and group consolidation. Proven experience managing audits and statutory accounts preparation. A proactive, detail-oriented approach with excellent communication skills. Experience working with or managing outsourced accounting teams is desirable. Exposure to international or not-for-profit environments would be a bonus. What's in it for You? Salary of £80,000 10% matched pension Hybrid working with flexibility - 1 day per week in the office Opportunity to lead on group-wide financial reporting and audit A collaborative, values-driven culture with senior stakeholder visibility What to Do Now If you're a technically strong accountant looking to step into a pivotal role with international scope and strategic influence, I'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly 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 hays.co.uk
ROYAL BOROUGH OF KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA
Kensington And Chelsea, London
Provide expert financial strategy and insight to shape our services and build a fairer borough Provide expert financial strategy and insight to shape our services and build a fairer borough As a Finance Business Partner at the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, you'll play a vital role in shaping how we deliver services and invest in our community. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on financial management, helping senior leaders make informed, evidence-based decisions that ensure value for money and support our residents. Working Style You'll be based in the Borough for 3 days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives. What you'll be doing You'll act as a trusted partner to Directors, Assistant Directors and Heads of Service, providing high-level financial insight and guidance across your designated service area. Your expertise will help turn strategic priorities into deliverable financial plans, aligning resources with the Council's vision and ensuring strong financial governance. You'll play a leading role in the annual budgeting and financial planning process, including the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). Working closely with managers, you'll support them in identifying savings opportunities, growth pressures and investment priorities - all grounded in robust analysis and evidence. A key focus of your role will be embedding the Oracle system across the organisation, promoting a self-service culture that empowers managers to use financial data confidently. You'll also provide practical, strategic support on major initiatives, from procurement exercises and staffing restructures to service redesigns - ensuring that finance sits at the heart of decision-making. You'll take ownership of budget monitoring, forecasting and year-end reporting, ensuring accuracy and accountability. That means proactively identifying risks, managing pressures and recommending solutions. You'll also ensure adherence to financial regulations, lead a small team and may deputise for the Head of Finance when required. For further details, please review the Job Description and Person Specification What you'll bring You'll be a fully CCAB-qualified accountant (ideally CIPFA) with significant experience managing large and complex budgets within a local government environment. You'll bring a solid understanding of financial frameworks, regulations and budgetary controls, alongside a proven ability to influence and guide senior leaders. Strong analytical and IT skills are essential - you'll be confident using financial systems and advanced Excel or other analytical tools to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. You'll be a clear and persuasive communicator, capable of presenting complex financial information in a way that inspires confidence and drives decision-making. You'll also have the confidence to challenge and question existing processes where necessary, helping to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll be joining a high-performing, forward-thinking finance team that's integral to how the Council operates. This isn't just about balancing the books - it's about being part of the strategic conversation that shapes how we deliver services and support residents. Our Finance team is at the centre of transformation, having recently implemented Oracle and redefined how we provide financial insight across departments. As part of this team, you'll play a leading role in embedding smarter, more transparent ways of working. We're committed to your professional growth, offering mentoring, structured learning and the opportunity to lead cross-departmental projects. This role provides visibility, influence and purpose - it's an excellent platform for future senior leadership positions. About us Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all. This role truly reflects the 'We're all in' mindset. As a Finance Business Partner, you'll get stuck in - whether it's leading on complex budget discussions, guiding senior colleagues through financial challenges or finding innovative ways to make our services more efficient. Your expertise and persistence will turn challenges into opportunities, ensuring every pound spent delivers real value for our community. Interview Details Interviews will take place on the 5th and 6th January 2026 Ready to join us? We're all in - are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants. We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. We are committed to fair, transparent, and consistent pay practices. New hires will start at the minimum of the salary range. Employees receive annual salary increases until they reach the top of the pay scale. In addition, employees will receive any agreed cost of living pay rises.
Nov 17, 2025
Full time
Provide expert financial strategy and insight to shape our services and build a fairer borough Provide expert financial strategy and insight to shape our services and build a fairer borough As a Finance Business Partner at the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, you'll play a vital role in shaping how we deliver services and invest in our community. You'll combine strategic thinking with hands-on financial management, helping senior leaders make informed, evidence-based decisions that ensure value for money and support our residents. Working Style You'll be based in the Borough for 3 days a week, playing a key role in serving the local community. Whether you're working on the frontline or behind the scenes, you'll be part of a dedicated team making a real difference to residents' lives. What you'll be doing You'll act as a trusted partner to Directors, Assistant Directors and Heads of Service, providing high-level financial insight and guidance across your designated service area. Your expertise will help turn strategic priorities into deliverable financial plans, aligning resources with the Council's vision and ensuring strong financial governance. You'll play a leading role in the annual budgeting and financial planning process, including the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). Working closely with managers, you'll support them in identifying savings opportunities, growth pressures and investment priorities - all grounded in robust analysis and evidence. A key focus of your role will be embedding the Oracle system across the organisation, promoting a self-service culture that empowers managers to use financial data confidently. You'll also provide practical, strategic support on major initiatives, from procurement exercises and staffing restructures to service redesigns - ensuring that finance sits at the heart of decision-making. You'll take ownership of budget monitoring, forecasting and year-end reporting, ensuring accuracy and accountability. That means proactively identifying risks, managing pressures and recommending solutions. You'll also ensure adherence to financial regulations, lead a small team and may deputise for the Head of Finance when required. For further details, please review the Job Description and Person Specification What you'll bring You'll be a fully CCAB-qualified accountant (ideally CIPFA) with significant experience managing large and complex budgets within a local government environment. You'll bring a solid understanding of financial frameworks, regulations and budgetary controls, alongside a proven ability to influence and guide senior leaders. Strong analytical and IT skills are essential - you'll be confident using financial systems and advanced Excel or other analytical tools to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. You'll be a clear and persuasive communicator, capable of presenting complex financial information in a way that inspires confidence and drives decision-making. You'll also have the confidence to challenge and question existing processes where necessary, helping to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Why join us At RBKC, we're all in - investing in our people, our communities and our future. You'll be joining a high-performing, forward-thinking finance team that's integral to how the Council operates. This isn't just about balancing the books - it's about being part of the strategic conversation that shapes how we deliver services and support residents. Our Finance team is at the centre of transformation, having recently implemented Oracle and redefined how we provide financial insight across departments. As part of this team, you'll play a leading role in embedding smarter, more transparent ways of working. We're committed to your professional growth, offering mentoring, structured learning and the opportunity to lead cross-departmental projects. This role provides visibility, influence and purpose - it's an excellent platform for future senior leadership positions. About us Kensington and Chelsea is home to diverse communities, thriving businesses and unique local places. Everything we do is focused on supporting our residents, strengthening our approach and creating a fairer borough. As a competent and caring Council, we take pride in our work every day, ensuring our services are delivered with care and competence. We listen to our residents, act with integrity and work together to build a borough that is greener, safer and fairer for all. This role truly reflects the 'We're all in' mindset. As a Finance Business Partner, you'll get stuck in - whether it's leading on complex budget discussions, guiding senior colleagues through financial challenges or finding innovative ways to make our services more efficient. Your expertise and persistence will turn challenges into opportunities, ensuring every pound spent delivers real value for our community. Interview Details Interviews will take place on the 5th and 6th January 2026 Ready to join us? We're all in - are you? If you share our values and have the skills to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply online explaining how you meet the requirements set out in the person specification and job description We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early without warning subject to the volume of suitable applicants. We are committed to promoting equality and respecting diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible. We are committed to fair, transparent, and consistent pay practices. New hires will start at the minimum of the salary range. Employees receive annual salary increases until they reach the top of the pay scale. In addition, employees will receive any agreed cost of living pay rises.
Senior Accountant Role - Central Oxford - Up to £74,000 Salary: Upto £74,000 Location: Central Oxford - 5 Days a week on site A distinguished academic institution is seeking a seasoned and visionary finance professional to lead its financial operations and strategy. This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a globally respected centre of scholarship, while working closely with senior leadership in a collaborative, values-driven environment. About the Role Reporting directly to the Institutions Director, this senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including strategic planning, reporting, compliance, and systems development. You'll lead a small finance team and act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, ensuring financial integrity and supporting long-term organisational growth. Key Responsibilities Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across the organisation and its subsidiaries Deliver accurate monthly and annual financial reports to stakeholders and executive committees Oversee cashflow management and working capital, including capital project finances Implement and maintain finance systems and controls for optimal performance Ensure compliance with HMRC, Charity Commission, Companies House, and other regulatory bodies Manage year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors Maintain fund accounting records including endowments and restricted funds Oversee payroll operations and ensure statutory compliance Develop income-generating policies and support capital growth initiatives Line manage and develop the Finance Assistant Essential Qualifications & Experience CCAB qualified Chartered Member of ICAEW (or equivalent) Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development Proven experience in financial control within a group structure or charity Expertise in finance systems, ledgers, and board-level reporting Track record of developing financial strategy aligned with organisational goals Experience leading capital/infrastructure projects and implementing integrated financial systems Exceptional communication and presentation skills across all levels Strong leadership and team development capabilities Proven ability to influence change and build trusted relationships Desirable Fellow of ICAEW (or equivalent) Experience in higher education finance Familiarity with Charity SORP (FRS102) and fund accounting #
Nov 15, 2025
Full time
Senior Accountant Role - Central Oxford - Up to £74,000 Salary: Upto £74,000 Location: Central Oxford - 5 Days a week on site A distinguished academic institution is seeking a seasoned and visionary finance professional to lead its financial operations and strategy. This is a unique opportunity to shape the financial future of a globally respected centre of scholarship, while working closely with senior leadership in a collaborative, values-driven environment. About the Role Reporting directly to the Institutions Director, this senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, including strategic planning, reporting, compliance, and systems development. You'll lead a small finance team and act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, ensuring financial integrity and supporting long-term organisational growth. Key Responsibilities Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting across the organisation and its subsidiaries Deliver accurate monthly and annual financial reports to stakeholders and executive committees Oversee cashflow management and working capital, including capital project finances Implement and maintain finance systems and controls for optimal performance Ensure compliance with HMRC, Charity Commission, Companies House, and other regulatory bodies Manage year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors Maintain fund accounting records including endowments and restricted funds Oversee payroll operations and ensure statutory compliance Develop income-generating policies and support capital growth initiatives Line manage and develop the Finance Assistant Essential Qualifications & Experience CCAB qualified Chartered Member of ICAEW (or equivalent) Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development Proven experience in financial control within a group structure or charity Expertise in finance systems, ledgers, and board-level reporting Track record of developing financial strategy aligned with organisational goals Experience leading capital/infrastructure projects and implementing integrated financial systems Exceptional communication and presentation skills across all levels Strong leadership and team development capabilities Proven ability to influence change and build trusted relationships Desirable Fellow of ICAEW (or equivalent) Experience in higher education finance Familiarity with Charity SORP (FRS102) and fund accounting #
Technical Applications Manager - Job Specification Contract Details Contract Length: 6 months (initial) Location: Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week Preferred location: Warwick Other acceptable sites: Chorley or London Day Rate: Outside IR35: £600 -£650/day (TBC) Inside IR35: £700-£850/day (TBC) Clearance: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS Role Purpose The Technical Applications Manager will lead the Enterprise Applications (EA) team, ensuring reliable day-to-day service operations and delivery of minor enhancements across a diverse application estate. This role provides technically credible leadership, guiding the team through BAU support, small-scale improvements, and application lifecycle activities while supporting the integration of applications into a wider organisational environment. A strong architectural understanding, hands-on capability, and the ability to validate and steer technical designs are essential. Key Deliverables Technical Leadership & Architecture Provide technically credible leadership across on-premise and legacy application architectures, including infrastructure, databases, middleware, and integration layers. Review and validate technical designs, ensuring best practice and alignment with architectural standards. Act as a hands-on technical escalation point, supporting resolution of complex technical issues. Connect and coordinate across multiple technical domains to ensure cohesive, efficient end-to-end operations. Team Management Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of approximately seven specialists (Oracle SMEs, virtual assistants, solution architects, analysts). Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Oversee BAU operations (approx. 50% of the role), ensuring stability, availability, and performance of business-critical applications. Balance BAU responsibilities with project-based deliverables, ensuring quality and timeliness. Application Operations & Maintenance Oversee the operational performance and maintenance of systems including: Oracle E-Business Suite Oracle Fusion Salesforce Microsoft platforms Power Platform SQL-based applications API and SFTP services Document Management and other critical applications Ensure timely execution of upgrades, patching, and vulnerability remediation to maintain an evergreen application estate. Support Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning and testing across the portfolio. Collaboration & Partner Management Work closely with procurement, business stakeholders, and technology partners to manage third-party vendors (including major partners such as Oracle and Salesforce). Conduct regular service reviews and maintain effective relationships with external service providers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver reliable, scalable solutions. Governance, Security & Compliance Ensure application services comply with ITGC controls, internal IT policies, and relevant industry regulations. Implement appropriate security measures to protect data integrity and mitigate cybersecurity risks. Financial & Operational Management Manage budgets for SaaS subscriptions, operational expenditure, and external partner engagement. Support FinOps optimisation to maximise cost efficiency and resource utilisation. What You Will Bring Technical Expertise Deep technical understanding across on-premise, legacy, and modern application architectures. Experience spanning infrastructure, databases, middleware, and integration technologies. Strong working knowledge of Oracle EBS, Oracle Fusion, Microsoft technologies, Power Platform, SQL development, APIs, and SFTP services. Ability to produce technical designs when needed and validate architectural documentation created by others. Leadership & Delivery Proven experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams in BAU and light project environments. Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement comfortable rolling up sleeves. Effective communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships across technical and operational teams. Personal Attributes Pragmatic, collaborative, and solution-oriented. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to guide teams through complex challenges. Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities. Well-suited to a role offering development and growth within a senior technology function.
Nov 14, 2025
Contractor
Technical Applications Manager - Job Specification Contract Details Contract Length: 6 months (initial) Location: Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week Preferred location: Warwick Other acceptable sites: Chorley or London Day Rate: Outside IR35: £600 -£650/day (TBC) Inside IR35: £700-£850/day (TBC) Clearance: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS Role Purpose The Technical Applications Manager will lead the Enterprise Applications (EA) team, ensuring reliable day-to-day service operations and delivery of minor enhancements across a diverse application estate. This role provides technically credible leadership, guiding the team through BAU support, small-scale improvements, and application lifecycle activities while supporting the integration of applications into a wider organisational environment. A strong architectural understanding, hands-on capability, and the ability to validate and steer technical designs are essential. Key Deliverables Technical Leadership & Architecture Provide technically credible leadership across on-premise and legacy application architectures, including infrastructure, databases, middleware, and integration layers. Review and validate technical designs, ensuring best practice and alignment with architectural standards. Act as a hands-on technical escalation point, supporting resolution of complex technical issues. Connect and coordinate across multiple technical domains to ensure cohesive, efficient end-to-end operations. Team Management Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of approximately seven specialists (Oracle SMEs, virtual assistants, solution architects, analysts). Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Oversee BAU operations (approx. 50% of the role), ensuring stability, availability, and performance of business-critical applications. Balance BAU responsibilities with project-based deliverables, ensuring quality and timeliness. Application Operations & Maintenance Oversee the operational performance and maintenance of systems including: Oracle E-Business Suite Oracle Fusion Salesforce Microsoft platforms Power Platform SQL-based applications API and SFTP services Document Management and other critical applications Ensure timely execution of upgrades, patching, and vulnerability remediation to maintain an evergreen application estate. Support Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery planning and testing across the portfolio. Collaboration & Partner Management Work closely with procurement, business stakeholders, and technology partners to manage third-party vendors (including major partners such as Oracle and Salesforce). Conduct regular service reviews and maintain effective relationships with external service providers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver reliable, scalable solutions. Governance, Security & Compliance Ensure application services comply with ITGC controls, internal IT policies, and relevant industry regulations. Implement appropriate security measures to protect data integrity and mitigate cybersecurity risks. Financial & Operational Management Manage budgets for SaaS subscriptions, operational expenditure, and external partner engagement. Support FinOps optimisation to maximise cost efficiency and resource utilisation. What You Will Bring Technical Expertise Deep technical understanding across on-premise, legacy, and modern application architectures. Experience spanning infrastructure, databases, middleware, and integration technologies. Strong working knowledge of Oracle EBS, Oracle Fusion, Microsoft technologies, Power Platform, SQL development, APIs, and SFTP services. Ability to produce technical designs when needed and validate architectural documentation created by others. Leadership & Delivery Proven experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams in BAU and light project environments. Ability to balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement comfortable rolling up sleeves. Effective communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships across technical and operational teams. Personal Attributes Pragmatic, collaborative, and solution-oriented. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to guide teams through complex challenges. Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities. Well-suited to a role offering development and growth within a senior technology function.
Financial Controller job in North Wales for a qualified Accountant Hays Senior Finance is working with a global business who have an impressive portfolio of companies across multiple continents, facing into diverse markets. They have a successful company based in North Wales who are profitable and growing. They are looking to recruit a qualified accountant for a newly created Financial Controller job. As No1 in finance, you will have dual reporting to both the Managing Director and Group Finance. You will be supported by an experienced assistant on site and have further support from Group Finance. As Financial Controller, you will join the site leadership team and be tasked with supporting on all senior decisions. Key duties include: Provide timely, accurate and insightful financial reporting to the site leadership team to ensure financial budgets and forecasts are achieved or exceeded.Oversee the development of the site's budget, forecasts and financial strategic plans.Ensure Group finance policies and controls are fully implemented. Act as a finance business partner to the site leadership team. Ensure supporting business cases are properly prepared to support business decision-making, e.g. investment decisions, alternative supplier sourcing etc.Provide financial input and approval for quotes and proposals submitted to customers. Ensure the complete and accurate financial accounting and reporting of the site.Support the implementation of Group financial reporting systems to the business, including the introduction of standard costingEnsure standard costs are properly maintained and analysed, and corrective actions are proposed for variances identified.Ensure financial systems are in place to allow the site to comply with customer-mandated financial reporting. Liaise with the Group's external auditors to provide requested information and explanations to support a smooth and efficient audit of the site.Ensure foreign currency exposures are identified and mitigated.Submit tax packs for the site to support the calculation of the Group's UK tax liabilities. We are keen to speak to qualified accountants who have experience in industry, preferably in manufacturing. This is a fantastic opportunity for career-minded accountants looking for their first step up into a Controller role with a view to progressing to Director roles in the future, or more experienced accountants already operating at this level. In order to be considered, you must be eligible to work in the UK, within a commutable distance of the company and have the relevant skills and background. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Nov 14, 2025
Full time
Financial Controller job in North Wales for a qualified Accountant Hays Senior Finance is working with a global business who have an impressive portfolio of companies across multiple continents, facing into diverse markets. They have a successful company based in North Wales who are profitable and growing. They are looking to recruit a qualified accountant for a newly created Financial Controller job. As No1 in finance, you will have dual reporting to both the Managing Director and Group Finance. You will be supported by an experienced assistant on site and have further support from Group Finance. As Financial Controller, you will join the site leadership team and be tasked with supporting on all senior decisions. Key duties include: Provide timely, accurate and insightful financial reporting to the site leadership team to ensure financial budgets and forecasts are achieved or exceeded.Oversee the development of the site's budget, forecasts and financial strategic plans.Ensure Group finance policies and controls are fully implemented. Act as a finance business partner to the site leadership team. Ensure supporting business cases are properly prepared to support business decision-making, e.g. investment decisions, alternative supplier sourcing etc.Provide financial input and approval for quotes and proposals submitted to customers. Ensure the complete and accurate financial accounting and reporting of the site.Support the implementation of Group financial reporting systems to the business, including the introduction of standard costingEnsure standard costs are properly maintained and analysed, and corrective actions are proposed for variances identified.Ensure financial systems are in place to allow the site to comply with customer-mandated financial reporting. Liaise with the Group's external auditors to provide requested information and explanations to support a smooth and efficient audit of the site.Ensure foreign currency exposures are identified and mitigated.Submit tax packs for the site to support the calculation of the Group's UK tax liabilities. We are keen to speak to qualified accountants who have experience in industry, preferably in manufacturing. This is a fantastic opportunity for career-minded accountants looking for their first step up into a Controller role with a view to progressing to Director roles in the future, or more experienced accountants already operating at this level. In order to be considered, you must be eligible to work in the UK, within a commutable distance of the company and have the relevant skills and background. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Nov 05, 2025
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy - whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients' evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you're after a career that will keep you on your toes, we'll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management ('TA&RM') team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC's Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills with the ability to distil tax concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing, reporting to senior managers, directors and partners, and will require you to actively manage your client portfolio and manage project delivery, coordinating teams to deliver exceptional client service, in addition to supporting business development activities. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and we require candidates with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking for someone: Who can act as a key point of contact within the firm for the client, together with senior members of the team. This will involve responding quickly to, as well as anticipating, client requests/needs, keeping clients informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the service provided, and maintaining regular contact with clients. With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax process, tax strategy, SAO, CCO, tax risk registers etc) - with a keen interest in tax governance and developing tax operations. With broad tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues. With experience in end-to-end project delivery and quality advice / report writing skills. With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level. Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Assistant Manager - Wrexham Come join our fantastic team. We love to entertain! It's in our DNA! and it's not just about bowling. We have lots more to offer from Houdini's Escape Rooms, to Karaoke rooms, 4D Laser Arena, Soft Play to Arcade Machines and Pool Tables. We also have fully licensed bars including cocktails, and of course our fabulous food menu. We have something fun for all the family to do, regardless of age. Our centres are fantastic places to visit, and even better places to work in. Why not come and help us entertain? The Role As a Assistant Manager for Tenpin, you will be responsible for ensuring our customers have a great time when they visit us! The ideal Assistant Manager will be driven, passionate and have a natural ability to create a fun environment for both our customers and team. You will need to be well organised, approachable and show initiative. Exceptional customer service will be at heart of your role. You will also be responsible for owning your development to grow into a Deputy Manager. You will: Assume day-to-day responsibility for the operational management of the centre Strive to achieve a culture that is totally focused on the delivery of the best possible level of customer service Lead the team by example ensuring everyone works together effectively To support the delivery of the company strategy Deputise in the absence of the Deputy Manager Undertake ownership for own training and development to grow into the future role of Deputy Manager Support the other Managers in the achievement of all budgets, targets and KPI's Provide support to the team in various departments as and when required Take responsibility for ensuring that all policies, procedures, controls and compliance areas are adhered to on a daily basis Skills You Need Have a minimum of 1 years' experience in a management role, ideally within leisure, hospitality or retail Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service Have experience in leading and developing large teams Full of determination, enthusiasm and patience! Be ambitious and want to progress! Our Fantastic Benefits Industry leading bonus scheme Enhanced holiday entitlement - 33 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption leave Tenpin Treats - Retailer discounts and Best Doctors Free Bowling for family & friends Free Food (when working 6 hours or more) Medicash Health Care Cash Back Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Free counselling Life assurance - 4 x annual salary A day off for your birthday Long Service Awards Career Development If you are looking for career development, then Tenpin is a great place to start. We continually strive to develop our network of impressive and highly successful sites, and recognise great people contribute to great success! Most of our managers joined us as a Team Member and have progressed into management or senior roles. What Happens Next? If you are ready to develop your career with us, click apply and complete the short application process (2 mins).
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Assistant Manager - Wrexham Come join our fantastic team. We love to entertain! It's in our DNA! and it's not just about bowling. We have lots more to offer from Houdini's Escape Rooms, to Karaoke rooms, 4D Laser Arena, Soft Play to Arcade Machines and Pool Tables. We also have fully licensed bars including cocktails, and of course our fabulous food menu. We have something fun for all the family to do, regardless of age. Our centres are fantastic places to visit, and even better places to work in. Why not come and help us entertain? The Role As a Assistant Manager for Tenpin, you will be responsible for ensuring our customers have a great time when they visit us! The ideal Assistant Manager will be driven, passionate and have a natural ability to create a fun environment for both our customers and team. You will need to be well organised, approachable and show initiative. Exceptional customer service will be at heart of your role. You will also be responsible for owning your development to grow into a Deputy Manager. You will: Assume day-to-day responsibility for the operational management of the centre Strive to achieve a culture that is totally focused on the delivery of the best possible level of customer service Lead the team by example ensuring everyone works together effectively To support the delivery of the company strategy Deputise in the absence of the Deputy Manager Undertake ownership for own training and development to grow into the future role of Deputy Manager Support the other Managers in the achievement of all budgets, targets and KPI's Provide support to the team in various departments as and when required Take responsibility for ensuring that all policies, procedures, controls and compliance areas are adhered to on a daily basis Skills You Need Have a minimum of 1 years' experience in a management role, ideally within leisure, hospitality or retail Passionate about delivering exceptional customer service Have experience in leading and developing large teams Full of determination, enthusiasm and patience! Be ambitious and want to progress! Our Fantastic Benefits Industry leading bonus scheme Enhanced holiday entitlement - 33 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption leave Tenpin Treats - Retailer discounts and Best Doctors Free Bowling for family & friends Free Food (when working 6 hours or more) Medicash Health Care Cash Back Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Free counselling Life assurance - 4 x annual salary A day off for your birthday Long Service Awards Career Development If you are looking for career development, then Tenpin is a great place to start. We continually strive to develop our network of impressive and highly successful sites, and recognise great people contribute to great success! Most of our managers joined us as a Team Member and have progressed into management or senior roles. What Happens Next? If you are ready to develop your career with us, click apply and complete the short application process (2 mins).
Senior Consultant - Senior Quantity Surveyor (Hybrid, £55-75k) We're looking for an experienced Senior Consultant - Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to join a dynamic consultancy team. This hybrid role offers a salary of £55,000-£75,000 and the chance to work on high-profile, complex projects that are driving change across the built environment. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity, combining commercial strategy, cost management, and client advisory. You'll support the delivery of diverse projects, including refurbishment, decarbonisation, retrofit, energy-saving programmes, M&E replacements, high-rise schemes, and other large-scale initiatives. What You'll Do Provide expert commercial knowledge and support across multiple projects. Lead on the implementation of commercial controls and reporting mechanisms. Mentor and guide Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs. Offer clear, strategic advice to clients on commercial issues and design changes. Prepare and present accurate monthly cost, progress, and performance reports. Manage budgets, monitor costs, and oversee commercial risk management. Support contract negotiations, tender documentation, and cost modelling. Resolve disputes, claims, and commercial queries. Identify key risks and opportunities, advising on mitigation strategies. What We're Looking For Degree/HNC in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. 5+ years' experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar, ideally within the housing sector. Strong background in social housing maintenance contracts and design management. Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills. Confident in negotiation and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint). A self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Professional, adaptable, and solution-focused. Desirable Skills Experience with decarbonisation, retrofit, and planned/reactive works. Familiarity with NEC, JCT, TAC/TPC contracts. Advanced Excel or Power BI skills (Power Query, M Query, DAX). This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior QS looking to take the next step in their career, with exposure to varied, complex projects and the chance to make a measurable impact. Salary: £55,000-£75,000 Location: Hybrid (with travel as required)
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Senior Consultant - Senior Quantity Surveyor (Hybrid, £55-75k) We're looking for an experienced Senior Consultant - Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to join a dynamic consultancy team. This hybrid role offers a salary of £55,000-£75,000 and the chance to work on high-profile, complex projects that are driving change across the built environment. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity, combining commercial strategy, cost management, and client advisory. You'll support the delivery of diverse projects, including refurbishment, decarbonisation, retrofit, energy-saving programmes, M&E replacements, high-rise schemes, and other large-scale initiatives. What You'll Do Provide expert commercial knowledge and support across multiple projects. Lead on the implementation of commercial controls and reporting mechanisms. Mentor and guide Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs. Offer clear, strategic advice to clients on commercial issues and design changes. Prepare and present accurate monthly cost, progress, and performance reports. Manage budgets, monitor costs, and oversee commercial risk management. Support contract negotiations, tender documentation, and cost modelling. Resolve disputes, claims, and commercial queries. Identify key risks and opportunities, advising on mitigation strategies. What We're Looking For Degree/HNC in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. 5+ years' experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar, ideally within the housing sector. Strong background in social housing maintenance contracts and design management. Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills. Confident in negotiation and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint). A self-starter with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Professional, adaptable, and solution-focused. Desirable Skills Experience with decarbonisation, retrofit, and planned/reactive works. Familiarity with NEC, JCT, TAC/TPC contracts. Advanced Excel or Power BI skills (Power Query, M Query, DAX). This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior QS looking to take the next step in their career, with exposure to varied, complex projects and the chance to make a measurable impact. Salary: £55,000-£75,000 Location: Hybrid (with travel as required)
Two Rivers Housings - Senior Finance Business Partner - Newly created role Senior Finance Business Partner Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire £22m Turnover Not-for-Profit Housing Association £60,000 - 63,000 / Generous pension and flexible working Hays Senior Finance is proud to be partnering exclusively with Two Rivers Housing, an independent not-for-profit organisation with a strong social purpose and over 4,000 homes across Gloucestershire and Herefordshire. With a mission to create great homes and support communities, Two Rivers Housing is committed to delivering safe, affordable housing and services that make a real difference. We are seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to join their leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and delivering value for money across the organisation. The Role As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes. Deliver insightful financial analysis and business partnering across the Group. Drive continuous improvement, automation, and efficiency in financial operations. Support strategic decision-making through modelling, scenario planning, and business case development. Collaborate with procurement and operational teams to ensure robust financial governance. Present financial performance to the Board and Executive Team. You will also lead a high-performing team, champion data-led decision-making, and deputise for the Assistant Director of Resources when required. About You We're looking for a dynamic and collaborative finance leader who brings: CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA). Proven experience in business partnering, ideally within housing or construction. Strong financial modelling and data analysis skills (Power BI experience a plus). Expertise in financial systems, reporting tools, and internal controls. A track record of leading teams and delivering high-quality financial services. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels. Why Join Two Rivers Housing? Make a meaningful impact in a values-driven organisation. Work in a beautiful location with flexible working options. Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking leadership team. Enjoy a role that combines strategic influence with operational delivery. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Two Rivers Housings - Senior Finance Business Partner - Newly created role Senior Finance Business Partner Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire £22m Turnover Not-for-Profit Housing Association £60,000 - 63,000 / Generous pension and flexible working Hays Senior Finance is proud to be partnering exclusively with Two Rivers Housing, an independent not-for-profit organisation with a strong social purpose and over 4,000 homes across Gloucestershire and Herefordshire. With a mission to create great homes and support communities, Two Rivers Housing is committed to delivering safe, affordable housing and services that make a real difference. We are seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to join their leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and delivering value for money across the organisation. The Role As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, you will: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes. Deliver insightful financial analysis and business partnering across the Group. Drive continuous improvement, automation, and efficiency in financial operations. Support strategic decision-making through modelling, scenario planning, and business case development. Collaborate with procurement and operational teams to ensure robust financial governance. Present financial performance to the Board and Executive Team. You will also lead a high-performing team, champion data-led decision-making, and deputise for the Assistant Director of Resources when required. About You We're looking for a dynamic and collaborative finance leader who brings: CCAB qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA). Proven experience in business partnering, ideally within housing or construction. Strong financial modelling and data analysis skills (Power BI experience a plus). Expertise in financial systems, reporting tools, and internal controls. A track record of leading teams and delivering high-quality financial services. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels. Why Join Two Rivers Housing? Make a meaningful impact in a values-driven organisation. Work in a beautiful location with flexible working options. Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking leadership team. Enjoy a role that combines strategic influence with operational delivery. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Job Title: Senior Management Accountant Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Warwick (Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days Onsite) Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (pro-rata) Start Date: ASAP / October 2025 About the Role: We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Senior Management Accountant to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover a key role during maternity leave. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident working autonomously, while also contributing to strategic decision-making and financial performance. You will play a crucial role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, and act as a business partner to senior stakeholders across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting. Produce and present monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis and commentary. Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and cash flow projections. Business partner with senior operational and commercial teams to drive financial performance and accountability. Analyse key trends and identify opportunities for cost savings or revenue growth. Maintain and improve financial models, reporting tools, and internal controls. Support year-end audit preparation and liaison with external auditors. Mentor and support junior members of the finance team, including Management Accountants or Assistant Accountants. Contribute to ongoing finance transformation projects and systems improvements. Candidate Profile: Essential: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA). Proven experience in a senior management accounting or finance business partnering role. Strong technical accounting skills and commercial acumen. Advanced Excel skills and confident working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics). Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Desirable: Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or project-based business. Experience with Power BI or other financial reporting tools. Available to start in the next 4-6 weeks or sooner. What's on Offer: Competitive salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension Hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days per week in Warwick office) Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects Supportive team environment and onboarding process
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Management Accountant Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Warwick (Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days Onsite) Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (pro-rata) Start Date: ASAP / October 2025 About the Role: We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Senior Management Accountant to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover a key role during maternity leave. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident working autonomously, while also contributing to strategic decision-making and financial performance. You will play a crucial role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, and act as a business partner to senior stakeholders across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting. Produce and present monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis and commentary. Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and cash flow projections. Business partner with senior operational and commercial teams to drive financial performance and accountability. Analyse key trends and identify opportunities for cost savings or revenue growth. Maintain and improve financial models, reporting tools, and internal controls. Support year-end audit preparation and liaison with external auditors. Mentor and support junior members of the finance team, including Management Accountants or Assistant Accountants. Contribute to ongoing finance transformation projects and systems improvements. Candidate Profile: Essential: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA). Proven experience in a senior management accounting or finance business partnering role. Strong technical accounting skills and commercial acumen. Advanced Excel skills and confident working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics). Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Desirable: Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or project-based business. Experience with Power BI or other financial reporting tools. Available to start in the next 4-6 weeks or sooner. What's on Offer: Competitive salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension Hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days per week in Warwick office) Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects Supportive team environment and onboarding process
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused and hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a growing business. This is a key leadership role, responsible for building a high-performing finance team and supporting the organisation through its next phase of scaling and strategic growth. You will take ownership of all aspects of financial reporting, forecasting, compliance, cash management, and treasury, while also driving improvements through new systems and process automation. With responsibility for a small team, including a trainee management accountant and an accounts assistant, you will provide leadership, mentoring, and support to ensure accurate reporting, robust controls, and forward-thinking strategy. This is a highly visible position, working closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight and guidance on investment decisions, performance monitoring, and future growth opportunities. You will also play a key role in ERP system implementation, process improvements, and preparing the business for potential investment or future transactions. We are looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience leading a finance function, ideally within a high-growth SME or scale-up environment. Strong expertise in cash management, treasury, and foreign exchange is important, alongside proven experience in systems implementation and process automation. You should bring excellent technical and commercial reporting skills, confidence in presenting at board level, and the ability to act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys combining strategic influence with hands-on delivery, in a role where you can make a real impact on performance, growth, and long-term value creation Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused and hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a growing business. This is a key leadership role, responsible for building a high-performing finance team and supporting the organisation through its next phase of scaling and strategic growth. You will take ownership of all aspects of financial reporting, forecasting, compliance, cash management, and treasury, while also driving improvements through new systems and process automation. With responsibility for a small team, including a trainee management accountant and an accounts assistant, you will provide leadership, mentoring, and support to ensure accurate reporting, robust controls, and forward-thinking strategy. This is a highly visible position, working closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight and guidance on investment decisions, performance monitoring, and future growth opportunities. You will also play a key role in ERP system implementation, process improvements, and preparing the business for potential investment or future transactions. We are looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience leading a finance function, ideally within a high-growth SME or scale-up environment. Strong expertise in cash management, treasury, and foreign exchange is important, alongside proven experience in systems implementation and process automation. You should bring excellent technical and commercial reporting skills, confidence in presenting at board level, and the ability to act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys combining strategic influence with hands-on delivery, in a role where you can make a real impact on performance, growth, and long-term value creation Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)
Job purpose The Chef (Village) manages the day-to-day food and beverage provision in their allocated kitchen in the village by overseeing day to day service and a team of Hospitality Assistants (inc. Seniors), with a proportion of food being cooked and prepared on site and by our suppliers. Key Results Summary responsibilities/outcomes Responsible for the day-to-day provision of the food and beverage service across allocated kitchen in the village, tailored to meet the needs and preferences of our residents/customers. Both cooking and preparing food onsite and finishing and serving food from our suppliers. Cooks bespoke food options for residents for meals, parties or events. Provides a café-style food/barista service to include, breakfast, lunch and supper. Ensures events are well catered for, meeting customers' needs and preferences. Engages with residents and customers to meet their needs (inc. allergens) and preferences, actively seeking and responding to feedback and suggestions. Works with the Head Chef (Village) and the Catering Team Lead to implement changes. Responsible for managing the Front of House service for the kitchen, promotes good customer service in the team and makes improvements to the dining experience. Responsible for day-to-day temperature checks/controls regarding quality and presentation, labelling food, allergens, waste disposal, and general catering/kitchen hygiene and cleanliness Responsible for planning, stock rotation and ordering using Caternet system. Completes internal/external audits and activities using the Trusts systems in relation to health and safety, HACCP and COSHH. Manages external visits from EHO, CQC etc. Deputising for the Head Chef (Village) where required. Line manages a team of Hospitality Assistants (inc. Seniors); people activities including recruitment, managing absence and performance and associated activities on the Trust's people system. Day to day rota planning and management. Other Skills and Qualifications Essential Diploma Level 2 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Experience of supervising others Experience and knowledge of special dietary requirements/modified diets, advising on nutrition, hydration and dietary needs Previous experience working within a budget. Experience working within a busy and fast paced kitchen environment Experience working in a café/restaurant Experience of stock ordering and management Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety legislation and best practice Good standard of IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and bespoke systems - Desirable Level 3 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering (or equivalent) Diploma Level 3 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Working with older people or people living with disabilities, communication or memory difficulties Ability to communicate and present information to audiences with varied abilities clearly and with confidence Experience of managing or overseeing a hospitality/Front of House service Experience analyzing EPOS sale data Other Skills and Qualifications Essential Diploma Level 2 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Experience of supervising others Experience and knowledge of special dietary requirements/modified diets, advising on nutrition, hydration and dietary needs Working within a busy and fast paced kitchen environment Experience working in a care home catering function Experience of stock ordering and management Experience of monitoring/working within a budget Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety legislation and best practice Good standard of IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook Desirable Level 3 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering (or equivalent) Diploma Level 3 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Working with older people or people living with disabilities, communication or memory difficulties Ability to communicate and present information to audiences with varied abilities clearly and with confidence Experience working with food produced externally Bank shifts.
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Job purpose The Chef (Village) manages the day-to-day food and beverage provision in their allocated kitchen in the village by overseeing day to day service and a team of Hospitality Assistants (inc. Seniors), with a proportion of food being cooked and prepared on site and by our suppliers. Key Results Summary responsibilities/outcomes Responsible for the day-to-day provision of the food and beverage service across allocated kitchen in the village, tailored to meet the needs and preferences of our residents/customers. Both cooking and preparing food onsite and finishing and serving food from our suppliers. Cooks bespoke food options for residents for meals, parties or events. Provides a café-style food/barista service to include, breakfast, lunch and supper. Ensures events are well catered for, meeting customers' needs and preferences. Engages with residents and customers to meet their needs (inc. allergens) and preferences, actively seeking and responding to feedback and suggestions. Works with the Head Chef (Village) and the Catering Team Lead to implement changes. Responsible for managing the Front of House service for the kitchen, promotes good customer service in the team and makes improvements to the dining experience. Responsible for day-to-day temperature checks/controls regarding quality and presentation, labelling food, allergens, waste disposal, and general catering/kitchen hygiene and cleanliness Responsible for planning, stock rotation and ordering using Caternet system. Completes internal/external audits and activities using the Trusts systems in relation to health and safety, HACCP and COSHH. Manages external visits from EHO, CQC etc. Deputising for the Head Chef (Village) where required. Line manages a team of Hospitality Assistants (inc. Seniors); people activities including recruitment, managing absence and performance and associated activities on the Trust's people system. Day to day rota planning and management. Other Skills and Qualifications Essential Diploma Level 2 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Experience of supervising others Experience and knowledge of special dietary requirements/modified diets, advising on nutrition, hydration and dietary needs Previous experience working within a budget. Experience working within a busy and fast paced kitchen environment Experience working in a café/restaurant Experience of stock ordering and management Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety legislation and best practice Good standard of IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and bespoke systems - Desirable Level 3 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering (or equivalent) Diploma Level 3 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Working with older people or people living with disabilities, communication or memory difficulties Ability to communicate and present information to audiences with varied abilities clearly and with confidence Experience of managing or overseeing a hospitality/Front of House service Experience analyzing EPOS sale data Other Skills and Qualifications Essential Diploma Level 2 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Experience of supervising others Experience and knowledge of special dietary requirements/modified diets, advising on nutrition, hydration and dietary needs Working within a busy and fast paced kitchen environment Experience working in a care home catering function Experience of stock ordering and management Experience of monitoring/working within a budget Knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety legislation and best practice Good standard of IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook Desirable Level 3 Award in Managing Food Safety in Catering (or equivalent) Diploma Level 3 in Food Production/Catering (or equivalent) Working with older people or people living with disabilities, communication or memory difficulties Ability to communicate and present information to audiences with varied abilities clearly and with confidence Experience working with food produced externally Bank shifts.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused and hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a growing business. This is a key leadership role, responsible for building a high-performing finance team and supporting the organisation through its next phase of scaling and strategic growth. You will take ownership of all aspects of financial reporting, forecasting, compliance, cash management, and treasury, while also driving improvements through new systems and process automation. With responsibility for a small team, including a trainee management accountant and an accounts assistant, you will provide leadership, mentoring, and support to ensure accurate reporting, robust controls, and forward-thinking strategy. This is a highly visible position, working closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight and guidance on investment decisions, performance monitoring, and future growth opportunities. You will also play a key role in ERP system implementation, process improvements, and preparing the business for potential investment or future transactions. We are looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience leading a finance function, ideally within a high-growth SME or scale-up environment. Strong expertise in cash management, treasury, and foreign exchange is important, alongside proven experience in systems implementation and process automation. You should bring excellent technical and commercial reporting skills, confidence in presenting at board level, and the ability to act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys combining strategic influence with hands-on delivery, in a role where you can make a real impact on performance, growth, and long-term value creation Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially focused and hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function of a growing business. This is a key leadership role, responsible for building a high-performing finance team and supporting the organisation through its next phase of scaling and strategic growth. You will take ownership of all aspects of financial reporting, forecasting, compliance, cash management, and treasury, while also driving improvements through new systems and process automation. With responsibility for a small team, including a trainee management accountant and an accounts assistant, you will provide leadership, mentoring, and support to ensure accurate reporting, robust controls, and forward-thinking strategy. This is a highly visible position, working closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight and guidance on investment decisions, performance monitoring, and future growth opportunities. You will also play a key role in ERP system implementation, process improvements, and preparing the business for potential investment or future transactions. We are looking for a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with experience leading a finance function, ideally within a high-growth SME or scale-up environment. Strong expertise in cash management, treasury, and foreign exchange is important, alongside proven experience in systems implementation and process automation. You should bring excellent technical and commercial reporting skills, confidence in presenting at board level, and the ability to act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys combining strategic influence with hands-on delivery, in a role where you can make a real impact on performance, growth, and long-term value creation Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)
Job Title: Senior Management Accountant Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Warwick (Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days Onsite) Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (pro-rata) Start Date: ASAP / October 2025 About the Role: We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Senior Management Accountant to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover a key role during maternity leave. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident working autonomously, while also contributing to strategic decision-making and financial performance. You will play a crucial role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, and act as a business partner to senior stakeholders across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting. Produce and present monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis and commentary. Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and cash flow projections. Business partner with senior operational and commercial teams to drive financial performance and accountability. Analyse key trends and identify opportunities for cost savings or revenue growth. Maintain and improve financial models, reporting tools, and internal controls. Support year-end audit preparation and liaison with external auditors. Mentor and support junior members of the finance team, including Management Accountants or Assistant Accountants. Contribute to ongoing finance transformation projects and systems improvements. Candidate Profile: Essential: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA). Proven experience in a senior management accounting or finance business partnering role. Strong technical accounting skills and commercial acumen. Advanced Excel skills and confident working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics). Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Desirable: Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or project-based business. Experience with Power BI or other financial reporting tools. Available to start in the next 4-6 weeks or sooner. What's on Offer: Competitive salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension Hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days per week in Warwick office) Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects Supportive team environment and onboarding process
Sep 23, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Management Accountant Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Warwick (Hybrid Working - 2-3 Days Onsite) Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (pro-rata) Start Date: ASAP / October 2025 About the Role: We are looking for an experienced and commercially focused Senior Management Accountant to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover a key role during maternity leave. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident working autonomously, while also contributing to strategic decision-making and financial performance. You will play a crucial role in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, and act as a business partner to senior stakeholders across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Lead the month-end and quarter-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting. Produce and present monthly management accounts with insightful variance analysis and commentary. Prepare annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and cash flow projections. Business partner with senior operational and commercial teams to drive financial performance and accountability. Analyse key trends and identify opportunities for cost savings or revenue growth. Maintain and improve financial models, reporting tools, and internal controls. Support year-end audit preparation and liaison with external auditors. Mentor and support junior members of the finance team, including Management Accountants or Assistant Accountants. Contribute to ongoing finance transformation projects and systems improvements. Candidate Profile: Essential: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA). Proven experience in a senior management accounting or finance business partnering role. Strong technical accounting skills and commercial acumen. Advanced Excel skills and confident working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Dynamics). Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders. Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines. Desirable: Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or project-based business. Experience with Power BI or other financial reporting tools. Available to start in the next 4-6 weeks or sooner. What's on Offer: Competitive salary: £55,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) 12-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension Hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days per week in Warwick office) Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects Supportive team environment and onboarding process
