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Design Team Leader Salary: Up to 45,000 depending on experience Location: Lancashire Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week The Opportunity Axon Moore is pleased to be working with a successful and growing manufacturing business to recruit a Design Team Leader. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting and developing people whilst remaining involved in the day-to-day design process. The role offers a great balance of leadership, creativity and problem-solving, with the chance to make a real impact on both team performance and customer outcomes. Our client operates on an international scale and has built a strong reputation for innovation, quality and customer service. They are looking for an individual who can bring energy, ideas and a collaborative approach to an already established team. The Role As Design Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing a team of designers, ensuring projects are delivered accurately, efficiently and to a high standard. Alongside leading the team, you will also remain hands-on in the creation of design schemes and customer presentations. Responsibilities will include: Leading, coaching and supporting a team of designers, helping them develop their skills and achieve their full potential. Managing workloads and priorities across the team to ensure deadlines and customer expectations are met. Creating a positive team environment that encourages collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. Supporting training and development activities across the department. Producing high-quality 2D design schemes and presentations. Gathering customer requirements and translating these into practical and commercially viable design solutions. Identifying challenges and working with colleagues to implement effective solutions. Working closely with internal teams to ensure projects run smoothly from concept through to delivery. Maintaining accurate project and customer records within CRM systems. Monitoring team performance and attendance, providing support where required. Ensuring company processes and procedures are followed consistently. Using data and information to support decision making and identify opportunities for improvement. About You We are looking for an individual who combines strong organisational skills with a creative and practical approach to their work. You will ideally have: Experience of leading, mentoring or managing people within a design, technical, projects or similar environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. The confidence to support and guide others whilst contributing as part of the wider team. A proactive approach with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions. Excellent organisational skills with a structured approach to managing priorities. Good analytical skills and confidence working with data. Experience using AutoCAD or similar design software. Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop would be advantageous but is not essential. Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. A creative mindset and a genuine interest in delivering high-quality solutions. An interest in AI and emerging technologies would be beneficial. What's on Offer Salary up to 45,000 depending on experience. Company bonus scheme. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Additional annual leave for milestone birthdays. Health Cash Plan. Employee Assistance Programme. Retail and gym discounts. Refer a friend scheme. Ongoing training and development opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have the chance to influence both the development of the team and the future direction of the department, whilst continuing to utilise your own creative and technical expertise. For more information, please contact Ciara Macleod - (url removed) for a confidential discussion. INDBSO

Finance Manager North Manchester (Hybrid) 60-70k + Bonus Retail Axon Moore have exclusively partnered with an exciting retail business in north Manchester who are looking for a qualified Finance Manager to join their team on a full time permanent basis. This is a newly created role working closely with the FC, FD & Commercial Finance team, suited to someone who is looking to step into a broad leadership role, managing a small team while taking ownership of financial reporting, controls and compliance within a fast-paced, evolving business. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, leading a small finance team and overseeing the timely delivery of month-end, statutory and regulatory reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take on a broad leadership role within a fast-paced business that is investing in continuous improvement and systems transformation. Key Responsibilities Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Manage quarterly financial reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with FRS 101 reporting standards. Prepare and review VAT returns and ensure all indirect tax obligations are met. Oversee ESG reporting requirements and support wider business compliance initiatives. Maintain strong financial controls, governance and approval processes. Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the integrity of financial data. Produce management information, financial reporting packs and business performance analysis for senior stakeholders. Drive continuous improvements across finance processes, controls and reporting. Partner with stakeholders across multiple business functions to support commercial and operational decision-making. About You We're looking for a qualified finance professional who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with confident leadership skills. You will ideally have: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification. Experience managing or developing finance teams. Working knowledge of FRS 101 (or IFRS equivalent). Experience overseeing VAT returns and statutory reporting. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. A proactive mindset with a passion for improving processes and driving positive change. Strong communication skills with the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels. Please apply to this advert for immediate consideration.

Accounts Receivable Administrator Chester 25,000 - 27,000 Axon Moore is delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing business based in Chester to recruit an Accounts Receivable Administrator. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a supportive team and play a key role in ensuring the accurate processing of invoices, payments, reconciliations, and customer account administration. The Role Reporting into the Finance team, you will be responsible for the efficient processing of sales invoices, credits, and customer payments, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. You will work closely with Credit Control and wider business stakeholders to resolve queries, maintain account accuracy, and support the effective management of cash flow. Key Responsibilities Process and manage the EDI sales invoice process, investigating and resolving system warnings where required. Liaise with suppliers to ensure invoicing data is received accurately and on time. Resolve invoicing and product-related queries in a timely and professional manner. Maintain invoicing schedules and ensure weekly and monthly billing is completed accurately and on time. Process contract-related price adjustments, ensuring changes are accurately reflected within the finance system. Manage customer account and agreement changes from a financial perspective, ensuring billing and account records remain accurate. Produce and validate weekly direct debit collection runs, providing relevant reporting and forecasts to internal stakeholders. Process ad-hoc invoices and credit requests across the business. Process cash receipts and payments from bank statements. Reconcile and allocate payments received through various payment channels, including open banking and card payments. Investigate and resolve unallocated cash balances. Support the Credit Control team with customer queries and dispute resolution. Assist with year-end audit requests and provide information to auditors as required. Provide cover and support across the wider finance function as needed. About You Minimum of 2 years' experience within Accounts Receivable, Sales Ledger or Credit Control. Strong reconciliation and cash allocation experience. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Good Excel and systems skills, including reporting and spreadsheet analysis. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Positive, proactive and adaptable approach. Team player with a collaborative mindset. What's on Offer? Salary of 25,000 - 27,000 Opportunity to join a growing and successful organisation. Supportive and collaborative finance team.

Commercial Manager Central MCR (Hybrid) 60k + Bonus PE Backed SME Axon Moore have exclusively partnered with a high growth PE backed SME based who have created a new role in their team for a Commercial Manager. Working directly for a high calibre CFO, you'll be working in a rapidly scaling SME who have experienced 20% growth YoY and are gearing up for a PE exit in the next 18-24 months. This role plays a key part in partnering with operational teams, providing insight-led analysis, and driving commercial decision-making. The successful candidate will contribute to strategic projects and improvement initiatives. This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys ownership, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has the ambition to progress into a more senior leadership role as the business continues to scale. Key Responsibilities Act as a commercial business partner to operational and leadership teams Deliver detailed analysis and insight to support performance and growth initiatives Review daily and weekly operational metrics, identifying risks and opportunities Develop and maintain a balanced scorecard of KPIs to monitor pipeline and performance health Identify inefficiencies and drive initiatives to improve conversion, retention, and output Support continuous improvement through data integrity and process enhancement Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of commercial/operational analysts Contribute to business-critical projects and new initiatives Candidate Profile Strong analytical and numerical capability with a high level of attention to detail Proven experience in a commercial or operational analysis role Advanced Excel skills (experience with data models, Power Query, or BI tools advantageous) Previous experience managing or mentoring analysts or junior team members Confident communicator, able to translate complex data into clear commercial insight Resilient, proactive, and comfortable working with change and accountability For more information please apply to this advert or contact Danny Kay at Axon Moore.

Are you an experienced Billing Administrator looking for your next challenge? We're working with a well-established and growing business in Knottingley to recruit a Billing Administrator on a temporary, rolling contract basis. This is a high-volume, fast-paced role sitting within a centralised finance function, and with genuine scope to become a permanent position for the right person. The Role You'll play a key part in consolidating billing across the group, working across 15+ entities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely processing. With up to 500 invoices per day flowing through the team, this is a role that demands sharp attention to detail and the ability to work at real pace. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Consolidating and processing billings across 15+ group entities Managing high volumes of invoices, up to 500 per day Using Sage and Excel to maintain accuracy and efficiency Working collaboratively within a centralised finance team Supporting process improvement initiatives as the business continues to grow What We're Looking For Previous billing experience, this is essential Confident working with Sage accounting software Strong Excel skills and comfortable handling large volumes of data Able to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment A proactive approach with an interest in improving processes Experience across multi-entity or group finance environments is a bonus What's on Offer Temporary rolling contract with an immediate start Hybrid working Free on-site parking A supportive, collaborative centralised finance team Real potential for the role to become permanent

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk available for a temporary assignment? We're working with a well-established and growing business in Knottingley to recruit an Accounts Payable Clerk on a temporary basis. This is a high-volume, hands-on role sitting within a centralised finance function, ideal for someone who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact. The Role You'll be joining the team at an exciting period of growth, playing a key part in supporting the onboarding of new entities into the business whilst keeping day-to-day AP operations running smoothly. With high volumes across invoices, payments and purchase orders, this role suits someone who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Supporting the onboarding of new entities into the finance function Processing a high volume of invoices accurately and to deadline Managing payments and ensuring suppliers are paid in a timely manner Processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate records Working collaboratively within a centralised finance team What We're Looking For Previous accounts payable experience, this is essential Comfortable working at high volume and at pace Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach Able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision Experience supporting business growth or entity onboarding is a bonus What's on Offer Temporary contract, ideal for those available immediately Hybrid working Free on-site parking A supportive, collaborative centralised finance team

Financial Controller Central MCR (Hybrid) 70,000 - 75,000 + Bonus PE Backed SME Axon Moore have exclusively partnered with a high growth PE backed professional services business who have created a brand new in their team for an ambitious Financial Controller to join their team on a full time permanent basis. This organisation have been on an exciting growth journey in the last 2 years, after receiving PE investment have grown both organically and through acquisition, now require a career driven FC who can bridge the gap between the FD and your team. This is a hands-on role with real ownership of financial control, cash flow forecasting, audit, working capital oversight, working closely with the FD. Responsibilities include: Ownership of the monthly management accounts process Management and mentorship of a small finance team ensuring they continue their development Ownership of short and medium-term cashflow forecasting and reporting Supporting budgeting, forecasting and reforecast cycles Providing financial analysis to support commercial decision-making Monitoring KPIs Leading the year-end audit process and acting as primary contact for external auditors Oversight of VAT, tax and wider regulatory compliance, including coordination with external advisers and ensuring robust, accurate reporting. Improving finance processes, reporting capability and MI infrastructure Supporting development of finance systems and reporting automation Ensuring scalable finance processes as the business grows Acting as a key finance contact for stakeholders across the firm Ideal candidate: ACA/ACCA/CIMA fully qualified Prior experience working in a PE backed business is advantageous Strong ownership mindset around management accounts, cashflow and financial control Conifent communicator with an ability to challenge and work with senior stakeholders This is an excellent opportunity to join a business on an impressive growth journey, with growth coming organically and through acquisition. You will also play a central role in a future PE exit.

Finance Manager Wakefield Salary - 50,000 plus benefits hybrid working - 2 days in the office Are you a qualified Management Accountant or Financial Accountant looking to step up to a Finance Manager role? This role would be the perfect next step! Our client is a well-established retail business they are looking to appoint a Finance Manager to take ownership of financial reporting across its online operations. The role sits in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment and reports into senior leadership. You will be responsible for delivering accurate management information, improving financial processes, and supporting decision-making across the business. You will also manage and develop a small finance team, with responsibility for maintaining strong financial control and driving continuous improvement. Key responsibilities: Produce monthly management accounts with commentary on performance against Budget, Forecast and Prior Year Lead the month-end close process, including journals, reconciliations and controls Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data Support cashflow forecasting and financial planning Oversee fulfilment and operational cost accounting Lead the half-yearly audit process Ensure VAT compliance and monitor key financial controls Provide ad-hoc analysis and insight to support decision-making Manage, develop and support a team of two The person: Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong technical accounting skills with excellent attention to detail Confident in Excel and financial reporting Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Commercially aware with a practical, hands-on approach Experience of line management desirable Salary and benefits: 50,000 Hybrid working: 2 days office, 3 days remote Flexible working arrangements Opportunity to lead and develop a small finance team Broad exposure across a growing business

Accountant York 45,000 to 55,000 plus benefits A growing SME is looking to appoint a qualified accountant to take ownership of its finance function. The business is well-funded and entering a sustained growth phase, with clear plans to scale significantly over the next five years. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role offers a high level of exposure to both the financial and operational aspects of the business. This is a broad, hands-on position with responsibility for both day-to-day finance and supporting the wider business. You will be responsible for: Managing core finance activities Producing timely and accurate management information Supporting cashflow planning and financial control Providing insight into costs, projects and performance Improving processes and supporting the development of systems Working closely with the Managing Director on financial operations and growth pans Systems and process improvements Key skills and experience: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Comfortable taking ownership in a standalone role Practical, with a willingness to be involved at all levels Commercially aware and able to support decision-making Interested in being part of a growing business over the medium term Opportunity: Direct reporting line to the Managing Director Backed by investment and positioned for growth Small team, with a focus on efficiency and accountability Opportunity to develop the role as the business expands

Are you an experienced Billing Administrator looking for your next challenge? We're working with a well-established and growing business in Knottingley to recruit a Billing Administrator on a temporary, rolling contract basis. This is a high-volume, fast-paced role sitting within a centralised finance function, and with genuine scope to become a permanent position for the right person. The Role You'll play a key part in consolidating billing across the group, working across 15+ entities to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely processing. With up to 500 invoices per day flowing through the team, this is a role that demands sharp attention to detail and the ability to work at real pace. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Consolidating and processing billings across 15+ group entities Managing high volumes of invoices, up to 500 per day Using Sage and Excel to maintain accuracy and efficiency Working collaboratively within a centralised finance team Supporting process improvement initiatives as the business continues to grow What We're Looking For Previous billing experience, this is essential Confident working with Sage accounting software Strong Excel skills and comfortable handling large volumes of data Able to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment A proactive approach with an interest in improving processes Experience across multi-entity or group finance environments is a bonus What's on Offer Temporary rolling contract with an immediate start Hybrid working Free on-site parking A supportive, collaborative centralised finance team Real potential for the role to become permanent

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk available for a temporary assignment? We're working with a well-established and growing business in Knottingley to recruit an Accounts Payable Clerk on a temporary basis. This is a high-volume, hands-on role sitting within a centralised finance function, ideal for someone who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact. The Role You'll be joining the team at an exciting period of growth, playing a key part in supporting the onboarding of new entities into the business whilst keeping day-to-day AP operations running smoothly. With high volumes across invoices, payments and purchase orders, this role suits someone who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Supporting the onboarding of new entities into the finance function Processing a high volume of invoices accurately and to deadline Managing payments and ensuring suppliers are paid in a timely manner Processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate records Working collaboratively within a centralised finance team What We're Looking For Previous accounts payable experience, this is essential Comfortable working at high volume and at pace Strong attention to detail with a methodical approach Able to hit the ground running with minimal supervision Experience supporting business growth or entity onboarding is a bonus What's on Offer Temporary contract, ideal for those available immediately Hybrid working Free on-site parking A supportive, collaborative centralised finance team

Axon Moore are working with a well-established, privately owned business within the wholesale industry to appoint a Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function. The organisation operates across multiple international markets and is part of a larger group function. This is a broad and varied Finance Manager role looking after a growing, internationally active SME. It would suit someone who enjoys ownership, thrives in a hands-on environment, and is looking to play a key role in supporting a business with both UK and global operations. Key Responsibilities: Lead the finance function, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations Prepare and review management accounts across multiple entities and regions Deliver timely month-end and year-end reporting Monitor and manage cash flow, including forecasting and variance analysis Handle VAT compliance across different territories, including international requirements Support accounting for cross-border transactions, including imports and exports Manage multi-currency activity and associated reconciliations Maintain strong financial controls and continuously improve processes Work closely with external stakeholders such as banks, auditors, and advisors Provide financial insight and analysis to support business decision-making Assist with system improvements and ongoing optimisation of finance tools Overseeing the work of a small team. Experience & Skills: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles Experience working with international transactions and multi-currency environments Good knowledge of VAT and compliance requirements Comfortable working with ERP/accounting systems (e.g. Sage, Xero or similar) Strong Excel and analytical capability Exposure to stock, logistics, or supply chain environments is advantageous High attention to detail and accuracy Proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to get involved at all levels Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing deadlines Confident communicator, able to work with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Comfortable working independently within a small team For more information, please get in touch with Harriett Busby at Axon Moore.

Commercial Business Partner (6 Month Contract Temp to Perm) Droitwich (Northern Worcestershire) 65,000 - 70,000 Axon Moore is working with a high growth manufacturing firm in Droitwich who are looking for a fully qualified Commercial Finance Business Partner to join their team for a circa of 6 months initially. Key Responsibilities : Own the financial accounting of long-term projects/contracts, including Revenue recognition and margin tracking, assisting Program Managers with cost-to-complete forecasting, as well as variance analysis and risk/opportunity assessment Implement and maintain robust project accounting controls to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance. Drive improvements in cost visibility and financial discipline across projects. Act as a trusted finance partner to project management, operations, procurement, and commercial teams. Challenge assumptions underpinning project forecasts, investment cases, and operational plans. Provide clear, commercially focused insight to support decision-making at all levels. Identify and drive cost-saving initiatives, efficiency improvements, and margin enhancement opportunities. Lead the design and implementation of best-in-class project accounting processes and controls. Improve forecasting accuracy and financial governance across the project lifecycle. Embed a culture of accountability, cost control, and continuous improvement. Prepare and deliver clear, impactful financial presentations for senior management Working with operational and project support teams to drive change and professionalise our business. Report on a regular basis across key projects the progress we are achieving. Experience Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience in project accounting and business partnering within Engineering, Automotive, Logistics, or other long term contract environments Track record of challenging management assumptions and driving improved financial outcomes. Experience working cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and commercial teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with financial modeling is a plus. Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Attention to detail with a proactive and curious mindset. Interviews are looking to take place ASAP. This position will suit an individual who is dynamic, adaptable and wants to learn and grow their skill set. If you possess a positive can-do attitude and want to work for a business who lead by example please apply today.