Vitae Financial Recruitment

Management Accountant - 12 Month FTC Hemel Hempstead Hybrid Working (3 days office / 2 days remote) 30,000 - 35,000 per annum We are partnering with a leading employer of choice to recruit a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for its supportive culture and collaborative working environment. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Supporting financial reporting and analysis Performing balance sheet reconciliations Working with large data sets in Excel to support business decisions Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes Supporting the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks About You: Solid finance experience in a similar role Comfortable with double-entry bookkeeping principles Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data Good attention to detail and a proactive approach Able to work both independently and as part of a team What's on Offer: Competitive salary of 30,000 - 35,000 Hybrid working model (3 days in the office, 2 from home) Opportunity to gain experience within a highly regarded organisation Friendly and supportive team environment If you have a good grounding in finance and are looking for your next contract role within a reputable organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Strong permanent possibilities will also be available. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Manager East London (Hybrid Working) Permanent Full-Time Circa 45,000 per annum + Benefits Managing a Team of 5 Our client, a well-established and growing European business, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Manager to join their expanding UK finance team based in East London. This is a permanent opportunity offering hybrid working and the chance to play a key role in a business that is continuing to scale across its markets. The Opportunity Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take full ownership of the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, managing a team of five (split across both areas). This is a hands-on management role requiring strong operational oversight, team leadership, and a focus on process improvement. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Oversight Lead, develop, and support a team of 5 across AP and AR Set clear objectives and monitor performance against KPIs Drive a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement Accounts Payable Oversee end-to-end invoice processing and payment runs Manage supplier reconciliations and resolve escalated queries Ensure strong financial controls and compliance with internal policies Maintain effective supplier relationships Accounts Receivable Oversee billing, cash allocation, and credit control processes Monitor aged debt and implement effective collection strategies Work cross-functionally to resolve disputes and improve cash flow Ensure accurate debtor reconciliations Controls & Reporting Support month-end close activities across AP and AR Produce reporting on aged creditors/debtors and cash flow Identify and implement process efficiencies and system improvements Assist with audit requirements and ensure regulatory compliance About You Proven experience overseeing both AP and AR functions Prior experience managing or supervising a finance team Strong understanding of financial controls and reconciliations Hands-on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong systems skills and confident Excel user What's on Offer Salary circa 45,000 per annum Competitive benefits package Hybrid working (East London office base) Opportunity to join a European organisation in an exciting phase of growth Long-term development and progression opportunities AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Senior Finance Business Partner - FMCG Hertfordshire Circa 65,000 - 68,000 (Depending on experience) + 15% Bonus + Benefits The Opportunity An exciting opportunity for a fully qualified (ACA, CIMA or ACCA) accountant has arisen within this highly successful, fast-growing consumer-led business with a strong entrepreneurial culture. This organisation operates in a dynamic, commercial environment and continues to invest heavily in growth, innovation, and its people. The role sits at the heart of the business and acts as a trusted finance partner to senior commercial stakeholders. It will suit a confident, outgoing finance professional who already has a track record of Finance Business Partnering, FP&A or commercial finance and enjoys working closely with non-finance leaders and influencing decision-making through insight rather than reporting alone. The Role As a trusted Finance Business Partner to divisional leaders, you will play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic and operational decision-making across the business. This role has non-negotiable requirements and will only suit candidates who meet the following criteria: Must be fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA) Must have a background in FP&A or Commercial Finance with demonstrable finance business partnering experience Must have experience within a Consumer-Led, Retail or FMCG environment or a closely related. Skills & Personal Attributes: Confident communicator who enjoys working with the wider business Able to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance stakeholders Comfortable challenging constructively to ensure "no surprises" outcomes Strong analytical skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment Collaborative, resilient and commercially curious Finance Business Partnering: Act as a true commercial partner to commercial, operational teams and sales teams, supporting multiple projects and initiatives Provide clear, value-adding insight and tell the story behind the numbers Challenge assumptions constructively, ensuring risks and opportunities are fully understood Support decision-making with robust commercial analysis and recommendations Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting cycles Translate commercial plans into financial outcomes including revenue, costs and profitability Deliver scenario modelling and ad-hoc analysis to support business planning Performance & Reporting: Own and develop commercial reporting, driving continuous improvement Ensure timely and accurate month-end results, working closely with core finance teams Analyse performance drivers and identify opportunities to improve margins and efficiency Prepare financial reviews and presentations for senior leadership Commercial & Cost Management: Monitor pricing, margins, commercial terms: Identify key cost drivers and support initiatives to deliver sustainable cost improvements Support audits and systems or process enhancements as required Why Apply? Join a growing, high-performing business with a strong market presence Work in a collaborative, energetic and commercially focused culture Gain exposure to senior stakeholders and varied, high-impact projects Excellent development and progression opportunities AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration