Savant Recruitment

Assistant Management Accountant Hybrid Working Study Support Excellent Benefits Career Development Are you an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant looking for a role where you can take ownership, broaden your experience and play a genuine part in a growing business? Our client is a dynamic, PE-backed technology business with ambitious growth plans and an exciting future ahead. As the company continues to expand, they are strengthening their finance function and are looking for a talented Assistant Management Accountant to join their fast-paced, collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant or someone actively studying towards ACCA or CIMA who wants more than just a processing role. You'll gain broad exposure across management accounts, month-end, balance sheet control, reconciliations, reporting and wider finance projects, while working closely with senior finance colleagues and stakeholders across the business. The Role Reporting into the Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of a broad range of accounting responsibilities and become an important member of the finance team. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet reporting. Taking ownership of weekly bank reconciliations and investigating any discrepancies. Managing balance sheet accounts and performing key system control reconciliations. Preparing and processing payments through the banking platform and allocating transactions within NetSuite. Completing credit card and travel expense reconciliations. Supporting the full month-end close process, including fixed assets, prepayments and other accounting adjustments. Working closely with the Accounts Payable team and acting as a key point of contact between AP and other areas of Finance. Completing payroll and employee benefit reconciliations. Supporting the Finance Manager with reporting, tax filings and other statutory requirements. Assisting with year-end and audit activities throughout the year. Identifying discrepancies, investigating issues and helping to improve finance processes and controls. Working with colleagues across the wider business to ensure accurate and timely financial information. Taking ownership of your responsibilities while contributing to wider finance projects as the business continues to grow. What They Are Looking For: They are looking for someone who is commercially minded, inquisitive and keen to develop. You should enjoy getting into the details but also want to understand the bigger picture and how finance supports the wider business. Ideally, you will have: At least one year's experience in a similar Assistant Management Accountant or management accounting role. Experience of working with multi-currency and/or multi-company accounts, ideally within a fast-paced corporate environment. Experience within the technology sector would be advantageous. A graduate background and be part-qualified or actively studying towards ACCA or CIMA. Good knowledge of month-end reporting, with a strong understanding of P&L and balance sheet accounting. Excellent Excel skills and strong analytical and numerical ability. Experience of working with an ERP system; NetSuite experience would be advantageous, although other major ERP systems will be considered. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. The confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels, including non-finance stakeholders. A proactive, hands-on approach with the initiative to identify problems and suggest improvements. The ability to work independently and take ownership, while also enjoying being part of a friendly and collaborative finance team. Why Join? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-growth, PE-backed technology business at an exciting stage of its journey. You'll have the opportunity to develop your technical accounting skills, gain wider commercial exposure and work closely with experienced finance professionals. With study support, hybrid working and a strong benefits package, this is a role designed for someone who wants to build their career rather than simply move into another job. If you're ambitious, commercially curious and ready to take the next step in your accounting career, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. After a qualifying period, the company will offer a comprehensive study support package, outstanding benefits and an excellent career development opportunity.

Financial Reporting Accountant (Interim) Location: London (hybrid) Contract: Interim for at least 3 months / Opportunity to go permanent Start Date: October Salary £50-55,000 (converted to a day rate) We are seeking a capable Financial Reporting Accountant to join a large organisation within the education / professional services sector. This role reports to the Associate Director of finance in a team that provides a full financial service to all areas of the establishment. Key tasks include: Be a key contributor in the production of external financial reporting for the site, in particular the year-end financial statements and reporting to the Office for Students. Manage production of financial reporting for the site's associate companies, in particular the year-end financial statements and monthly management accounts. Maintain a strong internal control environment including producing monthly internal accounting controls pack, including balance sheet reconciliations, identifying and mitigating risks. Support the Senior Finance Manager, External Reporting and Associate Director, External Reporting and Finance function, including; researching technical accounting queries, liaising with key advisers, preparation of ad hoc reporting and supporting projects as required. Liaise with auditors concerning queries and completion of the financial statements Manage the production of month end and financial reporting for the student association Monitor spend for core Finance cost centres, preparing monthly analysis and assisting in the preparation of budgets and forecasts. Weekly postings of catering income including appropriate VAT treatment Review of supplier BACS runs Support on Treasury matters such as the development of robust cash reporting procedures and investment reconciliations Knowledge, Qualifications and Skills Required: Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant with similar experience Financial management experience and commercial acumen. Experience of software related to own area of specialism, with the ability to build basic models or tools. Working knowledge of policies, regulations and legislation in the area of specialism. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to manage multiple internal and external stakeholders. Ability to prioritise and focus on material issues. Knowledge of business education/specialist area would be advantageous

Savant Recruitment is seeking a Data Strategy Consultant to build and lead the data ecosystem for a newly created department. You will design, implement, and govern a robust data strategy from the ground up, ensuring seamless integration with the wider organization. Responsibilities include strategy development, organizational alignment, data quality, security and governance, tech innovation, and scalable pipeline engineering across ingestion, processing, and reporting workflows.

We are seeking a Data Strategy Consultant to build and lead the data ecosystem for a newly created department. You will design, implement, and govern a robust data strategy from the ground up, ensuring seamless integration with the wider organization. Key Responsibilities Strategy Development : Architect the department's foundational data strategy and roadmap. Organizational Alignment : Connect departmental data pathways efficiently with existing business infrastructure. Data Quality : Establish strict protocols to guarantee data integrity and accuracy. Security & Governance : Define data governance frameworks and enforce rigorous security standards. Tech Innovation : Incorporate emerging technologies like AI and machine learning into data workflows. Pipeline Engineering : Design scalable data pathways for smooth ingestion, processing, and reporting. Required Experience Proven track record of building data strategies from scratch. Deep knowledge of data governance frameworks and compliance laws. Expertise in modern data architecture and cloud-based data pipelines. Experience evaluating and implementing emerging technologies (e.g., Generative AI). Strong stakeholder management skills to bridge departmental and corporate teams.

Senior Global Procurement Specialist 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid (1-2 days per week in Central London) A specialist manufacturing organisation operating within a highly regulated, science-led environment is seeking an experienced Senior Global Procurement Specialist to support procurement activities across Clinical, R&D and Manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience in pharmaceutical, biotech or life sciences environments to play a key role in ensuring the continuity, compliance and cost-effectiveness of critical materials and specialist services supporting product development and manufacturing. The Role Reporting into the Director of Global Procurement & Sourcing, you will lead sourcing and supplier management activities across a diverse portfolio including clinical trial materials, laboratory consumables, raw materials, reagents, packaging and outsourced testing services. You will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across Clinical Operations, Research, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Legal and Finance to deliver robust procurement strategies that support operational and regulatory objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead sourcing and procurement activities for clinical, laboratory and manufacturing materials and services Manage RFx processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations and contract awards Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships with CROs, laboratories and specialist providers Ensure continuity of supply for clinical studies, R&D programmes and manufacturing operations Support supplier qualification and compliance activities in line with GMP, GDP and GCP requirements Identify supply risks and implement mitigation and dual-sourcing strategies Drive cost optimisation and value improvement initiatives Support procurement process improvement, SOP development and audit readiness Maintain procurement data integrity within ERP systems (Oracle NetSuite preferred) About You You will bring: Experience in procurement within pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences or other regulated manufacturing environments Strong knowledge of GMP and GDP requirements (GCP exposure desirable) Experience sourcing clinical trial supplies, laboratory consumables, raw materials or outsourced testing services Strong supplier management, negotiation and analytical skills The ability to build effective relationships across technical and operational teams Experience using ERP/MRP systems, ideally Oracle NetSuite Degree qualification and/or MCIPS qualification (or working towards)

Senior Finance Business Partner - London (3 days per week) - 12-Month Fixed Term Contract A specialist manufacturer is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a high-impact role supporting a technically complex manufacturing operation, offering the opportunity to influence decision-making, strengthen financial controls, and drive meaningful commercial insight. This position is ideally suited to a finance professional who understands the realities of complex manufacturing environments and how these are effectively managed, controlled, and accounted for within an ERP system. The position will also plan and manage the preparation of external filings, including the overseas manufacturing entity's statutory accounts, VAT filings, corporation tax and R&D tax credit. The Role You will act as the key finance partner to manufacturing and operational stakeholders, providing robust financial leadership and insight across the business. The role combines strategic business partnering with hands-on financial control, accounting, and system optimisation. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering & Commercial Insight Partner closely with operational and technical teams within a complex manufacturing setting Provide clear financial analysis, challenge, and insight to support decision-making Identify risks and opportunities to improve performance and efficiency Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes Manufacturing Finance & Cost Control Develop a deep understanding of manufacturing cost drivers and operational processes Drive cost discipline and value optimisation across the production environment Ensure accurate cost allocation and financial visibility across manufacturing activities Financial Reporting & Controls Deliver high-quality variance analysis with actionable insights Support month-end reporting, statutory requirements, and financial filings Strengthen financial processes, controls, and data integrity ERP & Systems Management Work within an ERP system to manage and account for complex manufacturing operations Ensure accurate and consistent financial data capture across the system Partner with finance and operations teams to enhance system usage, reporting, and data flows Leadership Provide guidance and support to junior finance team members Foster collaboration across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in a complex manufacturing environment Strong understanding of how manufacturing operations are reflected and controlled within an ERP system (NetSuite experience beneficial) Experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting Confident stakeholder manager with the ability to challenge and influence Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, solutions-driven mindset

Finance Controller We're recruiting a technically strong Finance Controller to join a fast-growing, technology-led, private-equity backed business operating across multiple sites in the UK. This is a hands-on, high-impact role reporting directly to the Director of Finance during an exciting period of growth, transformation, and acquisition activity. You'll take ownership of: Month-end close and consolidated management accounts Leading and developing the accounting team Audit, statutory accounts, VAT, and cash flow management ERP implementation projects Banking consolidation and acquisition integrations Strengthening financial controls across the group We're looking for someone who: Is ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified Has strong technical accounting experience Ideally has Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central exposure Is highly proficient in Excel Thrives in a fast-paced, acquisitive environment Has a continuous improvement mindset and interest in technology/AI If you're commercially minded, delivery-focused, and excited by building scalable finance operations in a growing business, this role would be for you! With genuine progression opportunities and exposure to the PE environment, this role will provide exposure to transformation projects and acquisitions in an exciting collaborative culture.

FP&A Manager PE-Backed Healthcare Platform (Buy & Build) Location: Central London Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + bonus The Opportunity A Private Equity-backed healthcare platform is executing an ambitious buy-and-build strategy , with a clear mandate to scale rapidly and deliver a successful exit within the next 24 months . Following recent investment, the business is entering a high-growth phase, driven by acquisitions and operational expansion. As such, they are looking to hire a high-calibre FP&A Manager to play a critical role in supporting financial planning, strategic decision-making, and value creation across the group. The Role Reporting into the CFO and working closely with the executive team, this role will sit at the heart of the business, providing forward-looking financial insight and supporting the delivery of the investment thesis. Key responsibilities include: Lead the group budgeting and forecasting process , working closely with the C-suite and operational leaders Develop robust financial models to support strategic initiatives and decision-making Drive scenario planning and sensitivity analysis across growth, cost, and acquisition strategies Support the execution and integration of M&A activity , including financial evaluation and post-deal performance tracking Deliver high-quality board and investor reporting , including KPI analysis and performance insights Partner with senior stakeholders to challenge assumptions and improve financial performance Build and refine reporting frameworks and dashboards across the group Support cash flow management and working capital optimisation Candidate Profile Essential: Proven experience in an FP&A / commercial finance role Strong financial modelling and analytical skill-set Experience working in a high-growth or PE-backed environment Ability to engage with and influence senior stakeholders (C-suite level) Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple workstreams Desirable: Exposure to M&A / buy-and-build environments Background in healthcare or multi-site businesses ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent) What Success Looks Like Delivery of accurate, insightful budgets and forecasts Clear visibility on group performance and growth drivers Effective financial support across acquisitions and integration Enhanced decision-making capability at the board level Contribution to a successful exit within 24 months Why Join Opportunity to be part of a high-growth, PE-backed buy-and-build story Direct exposure to M&A activity and value creation strategy Work closely with an experienced CFO and leadership team Strong progression potential as the platform scales Competitive salary, bonus, and exposure to an exit event

Interim Group Financial Reporting Manager 5-Month Contract (Day Rate) High Wycombe (2 days per week onsite) We are partnering with a listed organisation to appoint an Interim Group Financial Reporting Manager for a 5-month assignment. This role will provide critical cover while the business recruits a permanent hire and will play a key part in ensuring high-quality, compliant Group reporting during a busy reporting cycle. This is a hands-on role requiring an experienced technical accountant with a strong track record of producing consolidated Group plc accounts within a listed environment. The Role Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will take ownership of core Group reporting activities, with a particular focus on consolidation and statutory reporting. Key responsibilities include: Leading the monthly Group consolidation process , including preparation and posting of consolidation entries Producing accurate and timely consolidated Group plc accounts in line with IFRS Supporting the preparation of interim and full-year financial statements for a listed organisation Reviewing and analysing submissions from international entities, resolving issues and ensuring consistency across the Group Acting as a key contact for external auditors during the interim and year-end audit processes Supporting the delivery of the Annual Report & Accounts , ensuring full regulatory compliance Preparing Board and senior management reporting, including insightful analysis Driving improvements in reporting timelines and processes Candidate Profile We are looking for a technically strong, delivery-focused contractor who can quickly add value in a complex Group environment. You will bring: ACA (or equivalent) qualification Proven experience producing consolidated accounts for a listed Group plc Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements Demonstrable experience managing Group consolidations in a multi-entity, international business A background in financial reporting, either from practice or industry Experience working to tight deadlines in a reporting-heavy environment Advanced Excel skills; experience with consolidation systems (e.g. Cognos) is highly advantageous Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise across finance teams and senior leadership

FP&A Manager PE-Backed Healthcare Platform (Buy & Build) Location: Central London Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + bonus The Opportunity A Private Equity-backed healthcare platform is executing an ambitious buy-and-build strategy , with a clear mandate to scale rapidly and deliver a successful exit within the next 24 months . Following recent investment, the business is entering a high-growth phase, driven by acquisitions and operational expansion. As such, they are looking to hire a high-calibre FP&A Manager to play a critical role in supporting financial planning, strategic decision-making, and value creation across the group. The Role Reporting into the CFO and working closely with the executive team, this role will sit at the heart of the business, providing forward-looking financial insight and supporting the delivery of the investment thesis. Key responsibilities include: Lead the group budgeting and forecasting process , working closely with the C-suite and operational leaders Develop robust financial models to support strategic initiatives and decision-making Drive scenario planning and sensitivity analysis across growth, cost, and acquisition strategies Support the execution and integration of M&A activity , including financial evaluation and post-deal performance tracking Deliver high-quality board and investor reporting , including KPI analysis and performance insights Partner with senior stakeholders to challenge assumptions and improve financial performance Build and refine reporting frameworks and dashboards across the group Support cash flow management and working capital optimisation Candidate Profile Essential: Proven experience in an FP&A / commercial finance role Strong financial modelling and analytical skill-set Experience working in a high-growth or PE-backed environment Ability to engage with and influence senior stakeholders (C-suite level) Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple workstreams Desirable: Exposure to M&A / buy-and-build environments Background in healthcare or multi-site businesses ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent) What Success Looks Like Delivery of accurate, insightful budgets and forecasts Clear visibility on group performance and growth drivers Effective financial support across acquisitions and integration Enhanced decision-making capability at the board level Contribution to a successful exit within 24 months Why Join Opportunity to be part of a high-growth, PE-backed buy-and-build story Direct exposure to M&A activity and value creation strategy Work closely with an experienced CFO and leadership team Strong progression potential as the platform scales Competitive salary, bonus, and exposure to an exit event