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Management Accountant Permanent Position Gateshead 40,000 - 42,500pa + Excellent Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a well-established international manufacturing organisation with a strong presence in the North East. This Management Accountant role offers the opportunity to take ownership of key areas of the monthly management accounts while working within a broad and hands-on finance function. The successful candidate will contribute to financial control, reporting, budgeting and forecasting activities, whilst supporting continuous improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of finance systems and reporting tools. This position would suit an ambitious part-qualified accountant looking to further develop their technical accounting, commercial finance and systems expertise within a supportive and evolving business environment. About the Company With a phenomenal global reach, this organisation is passionate about employee development and provides genuine opportunities for learning, progression and career growth. Benefits include: Excellent holiday allowance (up to 39 days) Competitive pension scheme Better Health at Work initiatives Subsidised canteen Private medical insurance The Role The Management Accountant will be responsible for defined areas of the monthly accounting cycle, helping to ensure accurate financial reporting and providing valuable insight into business performance. Key responsibilities include: Ownership of assigned areas of the monthly management accounts across the P&L, balance sheet and cashflow Preparation and posting of journals, accruals and prepayments Completion of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring robust controls, audit readiness and compliance requirements are maintained Analysis of monthly financial performance, investigating variances and providing meaningful commentary on underlying business drivers Supporting the preparation of budgets, forecasts and rolling projections, helping to improve forecast accuracy and decision-making Partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders to understand costs, performance and business activities Supporting stock, inventory, WIP and manufacturing cost reporting Assisting with year-end audit activities, statutory reporting requirements and ad hoc financial analysis Reviewing existing processes and identifying opportunities to strengthen controls, improve reporting accuracy and increase efficiency About You The successful candidate will be a motivated and inquisitive finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and developing new skills. Candidates should possess: Part-qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification, or be actively studying towards a professional accountancy qualification Previous experience within a management accounting, assistant management accounting or similar finance role Strong understanding of journals, accruals, prepayments, reconciliations and month-end processes Strong Excel and data analysis skills An interest in finance systems, reporting tools, automation and process improvement A positive, hands-on approach and willingness to support the wider finance team Manufacturing, engineering or product-based industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful global manufacturer where the successful candidate will be given the support, training and exposure needed to develop towards full ownership of management accounting responsibilities.

Location: Gateshead Contract: Permanent, Full Time Hybrid Working: Up to two days per week from home Komatsu UK is a leading manufacturer of hydraulic excavators and part of the globally recognised Komatsu Group. Based in Gateshead, the company combines the stability of a global organisation with the culture and autonomy of a successful local manufacturing operation. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Lead to take ownership of the monthly UK payroll for approximately 450 employees. This standalone Payroll Lead role offers the chance to manage a varied payroll function while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and payroll-related projects. Working closely with HR, Finance and the external payroll provider, the Payroll Lead will ensure payroll data is accurate, compliant and delivered within agreed deadlines. Key Responsibilities Managing the end-to-end monthly payroll process Preparing and validating payroll data Reviewing payroll outputs and reconciliations Ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements Managing statutory payments, P11Ds and year-end processes Supporting pensions, benefits and company car administration Producing payroll and labour cost reports Acting as the main point of contact for payroll queries Supporting payroll process improvements About You The successful Payroll Lead will have proven payroll experience, a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and experience working with payroll systems and external providers. Strong Excel skills, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential. Experience of iTrent, IR35, international payroll arrangements or manufacturing environments would be advantageous but is not essential. Benefits Hybrid working Up to 39 days annual leave Company pension scheme Private medical insurance Life assurance On-site gym Subsidised canteen Health and wellbeing initiatives We re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you re excited about this Payroll Lead role but don t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply your unique perspective could be exactly what they re looking for.

Production and Maintenance Manager Gateshead 50,000 - 60,000 depending on experience An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Production & Maintenance Manager to join a growing food packaging manufacturer in Gateshead. This Production & Maintenance Manager position will play a key role in developing and leading a new extrusion operation, driving performance, reliability and continuous improvement. The successful Production & Maintenance Manager will oversee daily production operations, maintenance activities and equipment performance within a 24/7 manufacturing environment. This Production & Maintenance Manager will be responsible for maximising OEE, reducing downtime, improving production efficiency and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. The ideal Production & Maintenance Manager will have a strong background in plastics extrusion, maintenance management and process optimisation, alongside proven experience leading manufacturing teams. Key Responsibilities: Lead extrusion production and maintenance activities. Drive OEE, throughput and efficiency improvements. Implement preventative and predictive maintenance strategies. Conduct root cause analysis to eliminate recurring issues. Monitor KPIs including scrap, downtime and productivity. Ensure GMP, food packaging and Health & Safety compliance. Develop and support production teams within a continuous manufacturing operation. Requirements: Previous experience as a Production & Maintenance Manager, Manufacturing Manager or similar. Background in plastics extrusion, ideally APET or rPET. Strong maintenance, fault-finding and continuous improvement experience. Knowledge of food-grade manufacturing environments. Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills. This Production & Maintenance Manager opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact within a growing manufacturing business with ambitious plans for the future.

Location: Field-based, home based within the territory Territory: From Birmingham up to and including Scotland (minimal travel required in Scotland) Contract: Permanent, Full Time Salary: £50,000 - £52,000 + bonus Additional Benefits: Company Car Our client is a global manufacturer of contamination control solutions used within critical and sterile environments. They are looking for a Critical Environments Sales Specialist to join their team and drive growth across NHS pharmacy services and commercial industry partners. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded individual who enjoys building long-term customer relationships, providing consultative solutions and working independently in a field-based role. The Critical Environments Sales Specialist will play a key role in developing existing accounts, identifying new opportunities and increasing market share across a well-established territory. About the Critical Environments Sales Specialist Position Develop relationships with NHS and commercial facilities Deliver a consultative sales approach for contamination control products and solutions Work closely with distribution partners to provide outstanding customer support Collaborate with technical, product management and marketing teams to deliver customer solutions Maintain accurate CRM records, sales forecasts and market intelligence Drive profitable growth across the territory through account development and new business activity Represent the business at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events About You Ideally degree qualified in Life Sciences or a related scientific discipline although this is not essential Previous sales experience would be advantageous Knowledge of cleanrooms, contamination control, aseptic compounding or regulated environments would be beneficial Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively across the territory Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently We re committed to promoting inclusive opportunities. If you re excited about this Critical Environments Sales Specialist role but don t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply - your unique perspective could be exactly what they re looking for.

Job Title: Graphic Designer Location: Gateshead Salary: 29,000 - 30,000 per annum, depending on experience Are you a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer looking for your next challenge? Our client, a well-established business within the signage industry, is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to join their busy and collaborative design team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Graphic Designer who enjoys transforming client briefs into engaging visual concepts while working in a fast-paced environment. The Role As a Graphic Designer, you will: Create compelling design concepts and presentations in response to client briefs. Develop creative solutions that align with brand guidelines. Build positive relationships with clients and manage design approvals. Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet project deadlines and budgets. Occasionally travel to meet prospective and existing clients. What We're Looking For Strong graphic design skills with a creative and original approach. Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines. Knowledge of signage manufacturing processes would be advantageous. If you're a passionate Graphic Designer looking to join a growing business where your creativity can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting Graphic Designer opportunity.

Job Title: Finance Assistant Location: Tyne and Wear Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per annum This Finance Assistant role offers a great opportunity to join a busy team where your work genuinely makes a difference. If you are an organised Finance Assistant with a proactive mindset, this could be an excellent next step in your career. About the Company Our client is a well-established organisation operating in a fast-paced environment, known for its supportive culture and commitment to employee development. Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 4% pension contribution Health cash plan and death in service benefit Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunities for progression and development The Finance Assistant Role As a Finance Assistant, you will provide essential support across finance and administration, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This Finance Assistant role offers a varied workload and exposure to multiple areas of the business. Key Responsibilities: Processing purchase and sales invoices Assisting with bank reconciliations and payments Providing general finance and administrative support Supporting travel bookings, events, and visitor coordination Maintaining records and updating internal systems Supporting the wider finance team as needed About You Previous experience in a Finance Assistant or similar role Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Confident using Excel and Microsoft Office Experience with finance systems (Sage 200 desirable) A proactive and professional approach We're committed to creating inclusive opportunities. If you're interested in this Finance Assistant role but don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.