KennedyPearce Consulting

We're looking for an experienced Billing Specialist to support US operations within a growing international business. This role is ideal for someone with strong billing and accounts receivable experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, project-based environment and can confidently manage end-to-end billing processes while collaborating with remote stakeholders. This is a 6 month contract with potential to extend. Key Responsibilities Manage the full billing cycle for designated US business units, ensuring invoices are accurate and submitted on time. Liaise with finance, operations and project teams to understand client-specific billing requirements, including purchase orders, billing portals and supporting documentation. Review billing requests for accuracy and resolve discrepancies before invoices are issued. Maintain billing schedules and trackers to ensure deadlines are met. Support cash flow by identifying and resolving billing issues that could delay collections. Assist with reconciliations, month-end reporting, WIP, unbilled revenue and accounts receivable processes. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across finance, operations and account management teams. Contribute to continuous improvements in billing processes, controls and documentation. About You 3 years + experience in billing, accounts receivable, revenue operations or a similar finance role. Experience in a professional services, agency, healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical communications or other project-based environment is advantageous. Knowledge of both Time & Materials (T&M) and fixed-fee billing. Strong understanding of billing, revenue and cash collection processes. Proficient in ERP/accounting systems and Excel. Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines independently. Detail-oriented, proactive and comfortable working in a hybrid environment. What's on Offer Fixed-term contract with a growing international organisation. Hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days from home). Opportunity to work closely with experienced US finance and operations teams. A role with real ownership and a direct impact on business performance and cash flow.

QA Automation Engineer We're partnered with a well-established insurance business with over 1,000 employees across the UK who are continuing to invest heavily in their technology and digital teams. As part of this growth, they're looking to hire a Mid-Level QA Automation Engineer to join their collaborative engineering function based in Liverpool. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that places a real emphasis on engineering quality, automation, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with Software Engineers, Product Owners, and fellow QA professionals to help deliver reliable, high-quality software across a range of customer-facing applications. The role You'll be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining automated test frameworks, identifying opportunities to improve testing processes, and embedding automation throughout the software development lifecycle. You'll play a key role in ensuring new features are delivered with confidence while helping to reduce manual testing effort. Working within an Agile environment, you'll contribute to sprint planning, test strategy, defect management and continuous integration, ensuring quality remains at the heart of every release. What they're looking for Commercial experience building and maintaining automation frameworks using Playwright Strong experience with API automation testing Experience working with Azure DevOps, including CI/CD pipelines Knowledge of modern testing methodologies and Agile delivery Experience writing clear test plans, test cases and automation scripts Strong communication skills with the ability to work closely with developers and product teams A proactive mindset with a passion for improving quality and automation practices What's on offer Competitive salary Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the Liverpool office Generous pension contribution Annual bonus 25+ days holiday plus bank holidays Ongoing training and professional development The opportunity to work on large-scale digital transformation projects within a stable and growing organisation If you're looking to join a business where quality engineering is genuinely valued and you enjoy working with modern automation tools and technologies, we'd love to hear from you. Send over your CV and we'll be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

Senior QA Automation Engineer We're partnered with a well-established insurance business with over 1,000 employees across the UK who are continuing to invest heavily in their technology and digital teams. As part of this growth, they're looking to hire a Senior QA Automation Engineer to join their collaborative engineering function based in Liverpool. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping automation practices within a mature engineering environment. You'll work closely with Software Engineers, Product Managers and fellow QA professionals to ensure high-quality software is delivered across a range of web and mobile applications, while helping to drive best practice across the testing function. The role As a Senior QA Automation Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining scalable automation frameworks, improving testing processes, and embedding quality throughout the software development lifecycle. You'll be expected to champion automation, mentor other members of the QA team, and contribute to the ongoing evolution of testing standards and tooling. Working within Agile delivery teams, you'll collaborate across engineering to ensure reliable, high-quality releases through robust automated testing and continuous integration. The role covers both web and mobile applications, giving you exposure to a broad range of technologies and projects. What they're looking for Strong commercial experience building and maintaining automation frameworks using Playwright Experience designing and implementing API, web and mobile automation testing Strong knowledge of Azure DevOps, including CI/CD pipelines Experience with mobile automation testing, ideally using one or more of Maestro, BrowserStack, Microsoft Intune or TestFlight Experience working within Agile software development teams Strong understanding of test strategy, automation best practices and software quality principles Ability to mentor junior QA engineers and promote automation-first approaches Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills What's on offer £60,000-£70,000 base salary Hybrid working with 3 days per week in the Liverpool office Generous pension contribution 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Ongoing learning and professional development The opportunity to work on large-scale digital transformation programmes within a stable, market-leading organisation If you're passionate about automation and enjoy working in a collaborative engineering environment where quality is a core focus, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV and we'll be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

SENIOR REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE MANAGER - 6 MTH FTC Our client is a prestigious digital-asset platform who offer custody and settlement solutions to a discerning client-base. A need has arisen for an experienced Compliance professional to join the London team. Duties & Responsibilities of a Senior Regulatory & Compliance Manager Drafting registration and licencing applications Undertaking gap analyses to identify control weaknesses Providing regulatory/AML advice to the UK and global businesses Managing regulatory relationships Assessing the commercial impact of new regulations Dealing with regulatory requests Undertaking regulatory and incident reporting and assisting with operational resiliency issues. Qualities & Attributes required to be a Senior Regulatory & Compliance Manager You must have proven Compliance experience gained within the crypto/digital-asset space with a solid working knowledge of the FSMA licensing regime. Salary: Up to £115K pro-rated. Please contact me for more details.

Microsoft Modern Work & AI Consultant Location: Sidcup (Hybrid - typically 2 days per week) Salary: £65,000-£85,000 + Benefits Our client is looking for a Microsoft Modern Work & AI Consultant to join their growing technical team. This is a senior, customer-facing consultancy role where you'll help organisations maximise Microsoft technologies through modern workplace, AI, and automation solutions. Working closely with customers, you'll lead projects from discovery through to delivery, acting as a trusted technical advisor while helping shape the client's Microsoft and AI offerings. You'll also mentor junior consultants, contribute to presales activities, and support the continued development of technical standards and services. Key responsibilities Deliver Microsoft 365, Copilot and AI-focused consultancy projects. Design and implement solutions across Microsoft 365, Power Platform and Azure technologies. Lead customer workshops, gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions. Produce technical documentation, solution designs and implementation plans. Support AI adoption, governance and security best practices. Contribute to proposals, Statements of Work and presales engagements. Mentor junior team members and drive continuous improvement across the technical function. Key skills Strong Microsoft 365 expertise, including Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Intune and Entra ID. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform (Power Apps & Power Automate) and AI solutions. Customer-facing consultancy experience with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIS2, DORA and Cyber Essentials. Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and documentation skills. Experience delivering technical projects from design through to implementation. Package £65,000-£85,000 base salary Paid overtime or time off in lieu Contributory pension 25 days annual leave Hybrid working

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Systems Accountant to join a growing and ambitious business based in Harlow. Offering a salary of £55,000-£65,000 plus benefits, this is a full-time permanent opportunity within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. This is a newly created role designed to bridge the gap between Finance and IT, supporting the continued development and optimisation of finance systems and processes across the organisation. The position will play a key role in improving efficiencies, enhancing reporting capabilities, and ensuring finance systems continue to support the evolving needs of the business. The Role Working closely with both Finance and IT teams, the Systems Accountant will take ownership of finance systems support, process improvements, and ERP optimisation, with a particular focus on SAP Business One. This role offers excellent exposure across the wider business and would suit someone who enjoys combining technical systems expertise with strong finance knowledge. Key Responsibilities Act as the key liaison between Finance and IT teams Support, maintain, and optimise SAP Business One Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation Assist with finance systems projects, upgrades, testing, and integrations Improve financial reporting and management information capabilities Ensure data accuracy, controls, and system integrity are maintained Support month-end and year-end processes from a systems perspective Provide training and support to finance users Work with stakeholders across the business to gather requirements and deliver solutions Support ongoing business intelligence and reporting initiatives About You Previous experience in a Systems Accountant, Finance Systems Analyst, or similar role Strong understanding of finance processes and accounting principles Experience working with ERP systems - SAP Business One experience is highly desirable Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Experience with process improvement, reporting tools, or systems implementations would be advantageous Proactive and solutions-focused mindset What's on Offer Newly created role with the opportunity to make a genuine impact Collaborative and forward-thinking working environment Career progression and development opportunities Competitive salary and benefits package If you are looking for an opportunity to combine finance, systems, and process improvement within a growing business, we would love to hear from you.

KennedyPearce are hiring a Global Financial Reporting Manager for a media agency in London, working 3-4 days in the office. This is a 12 month FTC and we are looking for an experienced Global Financial Reporting Manager to support senior leadership through accurate reporting, financial analysis, and continuous improvement across global finance operations. The Role You will oversee the preparation, review, and presentation of Group Management Accounts while managing month-end consolidation processes and supporting global finance teams across multiple territories. You'll lead a team of Global Reporting Analysts, collaborate closely with FP&A, treasury, audit, and senior stakeholders, and provide technical accounting expertise across a range of reporting matters including IFRS and business integrations. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and presentation of Group Management Accounts for senior leadership Manage global month-end consolidation and reporting processes Oversee and develop a team of Global Reporting Analysts Support forecasting and planning cycles with detailed financial analysis Maintain and enhance financial controls and reporting processes Provide technical accounting support across IFRS matters, including IFRS 16 and business combinations Partner with international finance teams on consolidation and reporting requirements Support external audit processes and key financial reporting projects Drive continuous improvement across reporting systems, controls, and KPIs The ideal candidate: You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience in global financial reporting, IFRS, and team leadership. We're looking for someone who has: Experience managing reporting cycles within a global finance environment Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly IFRS Excellent analytical and communication skills The ability to lead, coach, and develop teams Strong organisational skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines Advanced Excel skills A collaborative mindset and confidence working with international stakeholders An interest in music and the entertainment industry Knowledge of HFM systems is advantageous.

Our Client seeks a Head of Finance - Group Accounting to join the business on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of a FTSE-listed business, leading group reporting and audit. The Head of Finance would be a commercially minded and confident individual who would ensure the integrity of Group financials, delivering high-quality statutory and management reporting in line with IFRS.The purpose of the role is to lead the Group accounting team and oversee the Property Finance, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions of the group, being the lead contact in terms of monthly close process, external reporting and accounting matters across the Group. Duties of the Head of Finance - Group Accounting include: Overall ownership of the consolidation process across the Group Review and assistance with team of preparation of monthly consolidated income statement, balance sheet and cash flow under IFRS. Ownership of balance sheet reconciliation process across the UKI team, leading the Finance Managers/Business Partners in preparing effective balance sheet reconciliations and monitoring and reporting on completion. Manage and lead continual improvements across the consolidation and group reporting process, including leading ERP improvement projects and continual focus on establishing. Preparation of group reporting pack requirements and co-ordination of timely submissions from corporate store teams. Overall ownership of the month end GL close process. Key relationship lead with external auditors for the half year and year end audit process. Supporting internal and external auditors Prepare primary statements for Group consolidated accounts for half year and year end. Review of the statutory accounts for IFRS compliance Production of Group cash flow forecasts and balance sheet forecasts Analysis of historic cash movements against forecast Manage and oversee the overall accounts payable and accounts receivable teams. Ensure continued operational efficiency of both teams and lead implementation of areas of improvement in relation to cash flow forecasting and system implementation. Manage direct reports, including the Group Accounting team, the AP manager, the AR manager, and Property Finance Manager ensuring objectives are set, and that they are appropriately managing, developing and engaging their teams. Ad-hoc projects Requirements for the Head of Finance - Group Accounting include: ACA Qualified - Top 4 (5-7 years post qualified experience Worked in FTSE 250 business. Significant IFRS experience and practical application and communication of accounting matters High level of communication skills, and experience in delivering and communicating accounting and finance issues to a wide variety of stakeholders. Relationship building across all levels of the business. Experience of implementing process change and control improvements. Significant experience of working in and leading a large global reporting and control team, or demonstrable experience of leading teams and driving change within a professional service firm or consultancy. Benefits include a generous bonus, car allowance, hybrid working, competitive pension, private health and dental.

Due to expansion, our Client seeks a Tax Graduate to join their Guildford based team. This is a newly created role, and the Tax Graduate would report into the Senior and Assistant Manager. The Tax Graduate would provide personal tax compliance, global mobility and payroll support to this growing business within the finance sector who deal with both individuals and corporate clients. This role would suit an enthusiastic individual who is keen to progress and learn. Duties of the Tax Graduate include: To provide administrative support to client service team Complete 12-month tax training sessions including soft skills. Start ATT qualification (where appropriate) Increase Team specific technical knowledge. Become familiar with HMRC forms, rates and terminology, ensure all compliance deadlines are understood and met. Learn how to use tax specific programs and technology. Become familiar with Tax Return preparation. Learn good time management and organisation strategies. Be aware of the importance of client billing and how this impacts the success of the business. To assist with any other administrative and/or client work as and when required. Requirements for the Tax Graduate: Graduate Strong communication skills Good attention to detail and keen to learn and develop. Enthusiastic and enjoy working in a busy team. Keen to start ATT Qualification Keen to learn and develop. Hybrid working and study support.

Expanding Organisation seeks a Tax Adviser to join their London based team on a permanent basis. The Tax Adviser would provide personal tax compliance, global mobility and payroll support to this growing business within the finance sector who deal with both individuals and corporate clients. The Tax Adviser would be a graduate with 1-3 years' experience within private client tax or have a mix of both private and corporation tax. This role would suit an enthusiastic individual who is keen to progress and learn. Duties of the Tax Adviser include: To provide administrative support to client service team. Maintaining client and other databases. Providing excellent telephone customer service To deal with HMRC enquiries by telephone/e-mail/fax and/or by letter Maintaining online accounts with the HMRC. Preparing HMRC forms for submission. Preparing standard client letters for submission To prepare basic Tax Returns, including packaging and uploading to client portals To review client information and draft emails to clients for example to request further data for the tax return Preparation of basic tax calculations/estimates Attend client meetings, complete meeting notes and email drafts for client. Contacting clients and HMRC to follow up on necessary information, for example checking returns are filed, taxes are paid or information is received with reference to relevant deadlines and tracking status throughout the year. Attend HMRC webinars and other external training to increase technical knowledge and start to complete technical emails/research and planning for client. Complete 12-month tax training sessions including soft skills such as telephone and emails. To assist the Senior/Tax Manager and Tax Partner with any client work To assist with any other administrative and/or client work as and when required. Ad-hoc duties Requirements for the Tax Adviser: Graduate 1-3 years' experience in private client tax or both private/corporation Tax Strong communication skills Good attention to detail and keen to learn and develop. Good system skills Ambitious and enjoy working in a busy team. Hybrid working and study support.

Global Gaming and Technology Organisation seeks a Revenue Accountant to join their business on an initial 6 months temporary assignment. The Revenue Accountant will partner with the Billing and Commercial Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely invoicing to customers. This role is to start asap and would suit a candidate who is highly organised and strong attention to detail. Duties of the Revenue Accountant include : Prepare calculations for inter-companies Monitoring of Billing mailbox - assigning disputes accordingly and taking note of any operators. Monitoring incoming payment notifications in Billing mailbox and flagging these to ensure that funds are received. Prepare calculations for selected operators Handling invoicing, queries and tracking of payments Carry out Senior Reviews of calculations prepared by Revenue Accountants Follow up on any invoices not processed by automation and investigate reason to adjust this prior to the following month Update automation database as required with commercials. Balance confirmation letter for audit requests from vendors and operators as necessary Prepare journal entries, ensure adequate supporting documents are attached Prepare month-end revenue accruals; revenue variance analysis; account reconciliations; month-end tie outs Prepare workings for any miscellaneous adjustments Bonus accruals Accounts receivable report preparation for Commercial Team Ad-hoc duties Requirements for the Revenue Accountant include: Strong communication skills, be able to work independently, and be team oriented. Strong analytical skills Strong revenue accounting experience within industry. Must have excellent organisational skills and be able to manage multiple projects Excellent interpersonal skills required. Must possess a high level of personal and professional accountability and be able to enlist the cooperation of peer groups involved in common business goals and objectives. Ability to meet changing demands and to adapt to frequently changing priorities. Proficiency in accounting and financial computer software Strong Excel skills Hybrid working

Our Client a global leader in gaming content and technology seeks an experienced Revenue Manager to join the business on an initial 6-month temporary assignment. Duties of the Revenue Manager include: Managing of the full cycle of the revenue function Manage a team of revenue accountants. Responsible for the revenue and customer-vendor calculations Reviewing of customer contracts for billing Reviewing of customer-vendor contracts Support the monthly reporting. Reconciling of sub-ledger to general ledger account balances Ability to implement internal controls and improve processes. Respond to internal and external inquiries related to billing and contracts, working cross-functionally with sales, legal and other teams. Report accurately on fluctuations. Participate in monthly closing process for assigned areas of responsibility. Assisting in the company's statutory and tax audits Working closely with Finance Manager and liaising directly with the Finance team Requirements for the Revenue Manager role: Prior experience in a Revenue Manager role, managing a team. Strong attention to detail Excellent communication skills Strong analytical and commercial skills Able to consult with other stakeholders within the business. Gaming sector experience is advantageous however not essential. Hybrid Working

Global Gaming and Technology Organisation seeks an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their London based team on a temporary assignment. The Assistant Accountant would require monthly and year-end close experience. Have strong attention to detail and able to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team. This is a dynamic environment and would suit a candidate who has previously worked in the Gaming or Technology sector. Duties of the Assistant Accountant include: Handling of primary accounting documents including invoices and bank statements. Maintaining of accurate records of financial transactions in the ERP system. AP cycle management: record invoices, prepare payments and reconciliations. Reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts, including but not limited to banking, customer, vendor, and accruals. Travel reports and personal expenses' reimbursement. Month-end close: prepare the trial balance and other material for the monthly closing of the company books. Participation in the preparation of the tax returns and financial reports. Assistance with respect to the company's statutory and tax audits Working in tandem with the company's finance team members. Requirements for the Assistant Accountant include: Level 4 AAT Qualification (AAT Professional Diploma). At least 3 years of experience in accounting, preferably in the gaming industry. Proven experience in monthly and year-end closing Experience in "Priority" an advantage or ERP system experience Excellent written and spoken English. Experience in Excel Well organised, motivated, with the ability to work with limited supervision. Hybrid working

Join a central London based global, market-leading corporation operating across multiple international markets, playing a key role in supporting production, manufacturing and supply chains worldwide. About the Role This is a high-impact role focused on strengthening internal controls, governance, and compliance across a diverse international group. You will work closely with senior leadership and regional teams to ensure robust frameworks are in place while supporting the business in achieving its strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities Lead the enhancement of internal controls, ensuring alignment with legal requirements, internal policies, and global best practices Review and refine company rules, procedures, and guidelines to ensure they remain practical, efficient, and fit for purpose Provide clear guidance to stakeholders on internal control frameworks, enabling teams to operate effectively and compliantly Deliver and oversee key internal control initiatives, including annual control reviews and risk-based assessment programmes Support and coordinate internal audit processes, including preparation, follow-up on findings, and engagement with group-level audit functions Monitor and ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements, including ESG frameworks, modern slavery legislation, and international financial compliance standards (e.g. SOX-type controls) Identify emerging regulatory risks and assess their potential impact on the business Lead the development and continuous improvement of Business Continuity Planning across the group Partner with international teams to embed a strong risk and compliance culture across all operations About You Proven experience in internal audit, risk, or compliance within a multinational environment Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIA, or equivalent) Strong understanding of internal control frameworks and regulatory compliance Experience working with global stakeholders and complex organisational structures Ability to translate technical rules into practical, business-friendly guidance Proactive, detail-oriented, and confident working with senior leadership Willingness to travel internationally Why Join? Be part of a globally recognised organisation with a strong purpose and long-term vision Work at the centre of international operations with exposure to senior stakeholders Opportunity to shape and enhance internal control frameworks across a global business Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package

KennedyPearce are hiring a Tax Manager on an FTC maternity cover for 12-13 months. This role reports to EMEA Director of Tax and the key focus: is UK & EMEA direct tax compliance, US reporting, and process improvement. We are looking to have someone start by June 2026. The role: UK Corporation Tax (In-house) Prepare UK CT returns using Alphatax / ONESOURCE Manage tax calendar, QIPs , and payments Handle HMRC queries/audits Support UK group relief processes EMEA Tax Compliance Coordinate multi-country compliance Manage external advisers and local finance teams Oversee tax audits across EMEA US Tax Reporting Lead quarter-end and year-end reporting for EMEA entities Handle reconciliations, forecasts, and US team queries Manage cash tax forecasting Process Improvement & Automation (Key Focus) Review and redesign tax processes Implement automation tools ( Alteryx, Power Query, Excel, GenAI ) Strengthen controls, documentation, and tracking Transfer Pricing Support TP documentation (local files) Coordinate annual updates with US/advisers Assist with intercompany agreements 6Advisory & Additional Areas Withholding tax support (treaties, certificates) Treasury support (dividends, repatriation) Legal entity simplification projects Monitor and support Pillar Two / OECD GloBE compliance Candidate Profile Essential: Strong UK corporate tax compliance experience (in-house) Experience with Alphatax / ONESOURCE (or similar) Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines Strong Excel and analytical skills Experience in process improvement/automation Qualifications: ACA / ACCA / CTA (part or fully qualified)

KennedyPearce are hiring a Group Finance Director based in South West London. This role will require a Spanish speaker and around 12 weeks travel to South America per year. This is a high-impact leadership role with a global family office overseeing a portfolio of operating businesses, you will lead financial oversight, control, and strategy across a diverse portfolio of primarily manufacturing businesses.Based in London, this role offers significant exposure to international operations, capital allocation, and cross-border structuring within a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. The Role You will take full ownership of group finance, driving consistency, visibility, and control across multiple jurisdictions while acting as a strategic partner to the principals. Key areas of responsibility include: Group Reporting & Control: Lead consolidated reporting, implement robust KPIs, and ensure accuracy across all entities Cash Flow & Capital Allocation: Oversee liquidity, forecasting, and deployment of capital across the portfolio Governance & Risk: Build and strengthen internal controls, audit processes, and risk management frameworks Tax & Structuring: Support efficient cross-border structuring, working closely with external advisors Systems & Process Improvement: Optimise ERP systems (including SAP) and standardise reporting processes Team Leadership: Manage and develop international finance teams across Paraguay and South Africa Family Office Reporting: Oversee financial reporting at the broader group and investment level Candidate Profile 10-15+ years' experience in senior finance roles (FD, CFO, or Group Finance) Strong technical grounding with proven experience in multi-entity, international environments Background in manufacturing, industrials, or natural resources preferred Experience in emerging markets (Latin America and/or Africa) highly advantageous Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

This growing chemical company based in Suffolk is seeking a proactive Interim Finance Analyst to join its finance function. The role will focus on commercial finance reporting, analysis, and forecasting across all business units, providing key insights to support decision-making and performance improvement. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified finance professional to develop their commercial acumen in a dynamic, growing business. Overview The Interim Finance Analyst will lead on commercial finance reporting, analysis, and forecasting for all commercial business units. You will work across all finance activities, supporting both operational and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Reporting & Analysis Act as a business partner to all departments, providing financial insight to challenge and improve performance Support the weekly trading meeting by producing KPI reports for all business units Review business unit P&Ls each month end, liaising closely with departments Produce and develop the management reporting pack for month-end, including commentary and supplementary analysis Support the annual budgeting process, including planning, timelines, and presentation packs Provide inputs and analysis for the business plan and asset owner queries Assist with financial evaluation of new business initiatives Financial Controls & Governance Work with the Financial Controller to maintain all controls outlined in the financial control framework Support the maintenance of finance policies and procedures Complete accounting reconciliations to support financial statement reviews Assist with the external audit program Collaborate with the Systems Accountant to maintain integrity of financial data Other Responsibilities Provide support to other members of the finance team as required Handle ad hoc financial requests as they arise About You ACCA / CIMA / ACA part- or fully-qualified Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a similar finance role Proven experience in business partnering Solid understanding of month-end close and reporting processes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

We are partnering with a high-growth, international brand to hire an FP&A Analyst into their expanding finance team. This role is based full-time in their Harlow office (Herts/Essex border) and offers a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, international business where finance plays a key role in driving commercial performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams on-site, gaining strong visibility and impact across the organisation. The Role As FP&A Analyst, you will take ownership of end-to-end SKU financial performance, from cost through to sales and retail value, delivering clear and actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. Working closely with commercial teams, you will help drive profitability and influence key business decisions across products, channels, and geographies. Key Responsibilities Deliver detailed gross margin analysis by SKU, channel, and region Support pricing strategy through modelling and scenario analysis Evaluate promotional activity and trade spend effectiveness Track key cost drivers including manufacturing and logistics, liaising with international teams Produce margin reporting and insight dashboards in collaboration with BI/FP&A colleagues Provide clear, data-led insights to support commercial decision-making About You Strong background in FP&A or commercial finance Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills Experience working with large, complex datasets Background in consumer, retail, or e-commerce environments Exposure to BI tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) is advantageous Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills Salary & Benefits £50,000 - £65,000 base salary Performance-related bonus Enhanced benefits package (including competitive holiday allowance, pension, and additional company benefits) Opportunity to join a high-growth, international brand Highly commercial role with real business impact and visibility Apply Now If you're a commercially focused finance professional looking to step into a high-impact FP&A role within a fast-growing global business, we'd love to hear from you.

KenndyPearce are hiring a qualified and commercially minded Commercial Finance Analyst to join a multi site hospitality company on a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). This is a high-impact role at the centre of business performance, offering strong exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making. Hybrid working and excellent perks on offer. What You'll Be Doing You'll play a key role in driving performance delivering high-quality analysis, insight, and financial planning. Your responsibilities will include: Providing clear, data-driven financial insight to support commercial decisions Partnering with stakeholders across the business to influence performance and outcomes Supporting investment decisions through detailed analysis and robust business cases Analysing revenue and margins and identifying trends and key drivers Collaborating with the wider Finance team to ensure accurate month-end reporting and alignment with statutory results Building and maintaining financial models to support strategic initiatives Producing monthly reporting packs with insightful commentary on performance vs budget, forecast, and prior year Supporting pricing strategies, promotions, and broader commercial initiatives Driving continuous improvements in reporting, processes, and data quality What We're Looking For Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) At least 3 years' experience in FP&A or commercial finance Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis Advanced Excel skills and confident financial modelling ability Proven experience handling and interpreting large datasets Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, business-partnering mindset

Role: Finance Business Partner Location: London (Hybrid) Duraction: 6 month day rate contract Rate: up to £475pd We're partnering with a complex, fast-moving organisation operating at scale to appoint a Senior Operational Finance Business Partner . This is a highly visible role, working directly with senior operational and transformation leaders, providing insight, challenge and commercial support to inform decision-making and drive performance. This opportunity will suit someone who enjoys operating close to the business, translating data into insight, and influencing outcomes in an environment where operational efficiency and delivery really matter. The Role As an Operational Finance Business Partner, you will support senior operational leaders with high-quality analysis, forecasting and commercial insight. You'll act as a trusted advisor, providing challenge and clarity around cost, productivity, and investment decisions. Key responsibilities include: Delivering insightful management and performance reporting to senior stakeholders Owning budgets, forecasts and medium-term plans for a significant cost base and capital spend Analysing operational performance, identifying key drivers, risks and opportunities Providing robust challenge to cost performance and supporting corrective action Building and reviewing business cases to support investment, change and commercial decisions Supporting the production of board-level and senior leadership reporting Acting as a change agent, driving continuous improvement in processes and ways of working What We're Looking For Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or ACCA), or equivalent experience Strong background in financial planning, analysis and business partnering Experience supporting operational or labour-intensive environments High level of commercial acumen with the ability to see the bigger picture Confident communicator, able to influence and challenge at all levels Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability Comfortable presenting complex information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Why Apply? High-impact role with regular exposure to senior operational leadership Opportunity to shape decision-making in a large, operationally complex organisation Genuine business-partnering remit rather than purely reporting focused Environment that values insight, challenge and continuous improvement If you're a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a role with real operational influence, we'd welcome a conversation.