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Finance Manager Sheffield Up to £60,000 Flexible Working If you're looking for a Finance Manager role where your insights genuinely influence business decisions rather than simply reporting the numbers, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for. This is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic business operating within the hospitality sector. Every day is different, making it the perfect environment for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys being close to the operation and wants to play a key role in driving commercial performance. Working closely with the Senior Management Team, you'll be the financial sounding board for the business, providing meaningful analysis and insight that helps shape strategic decisions. You'll lead a small finance team, developing and mentoring them while remaining hands-on with the day-to-day financial management of the business. This is a role for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, improving processes and adding real commercial value. What you'll be doing Leading, mentoring and developing a small finance team. Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts. Providing commercial analysis and financial insight to support key business decisions. Partnering with the senior leadership team to influence strategy through data and financial performance. Managing budgeting, forecasting and cash flow. Ensuring robust financial controls and compliance are maintained. Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, systems and processes. Supporting operational teams with financial information and performance analysis. Remaining hands-on across the finance function where required. What we're looking for You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with previous experience in a hands-on Finance Manager role. You'll ideally come from an events, venues, hospitality or similarly fast-moving business where priorities can change quickly and no two days are the same. You'll be comfortable balancing strategic thinking with day-to-day operational finance and enjoy working closely with stakeholders across the business. You'll also bring: A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Experience managing, mentoring and developing a finance team. Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insight. A proactive approach with the confidence to challenge, influence and improve. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business. A positive, adaptable mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. What's in it for you? Salary up to £60,000 . Flexible working with a predominantly office-based environment that encourages collaboration. A genuinely influential position with direct exposure to senior leadership. The opportunity to shape financial strategy and make a visible impact on business performance. A varied role where no two days are the same. A supportive business that values ideas, initiative and continuous improvement. If you're a qualified Finance Manager looking for a role where you can combine strong technical finance with commercial influence and people leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

Financial Controller Harrogate Office Based £70,000 - £80,000 A manufacturing business in Harrogate is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to work alongside the General Manager and Finance Director. This is a hands-on leadership role combining financial control, business partnering and operational finance. You'll take ownership of reporting, controls, statutory compliance and support key commercial decisions across the business. What you'll be doing Leading the monthly management accounts process Ownership of annual budgeting and forecasting Acting as a finance business partner to the General Manager Managing year-end accounts and external audit processes Strengthening financial controls and governance Supporting strategic decision making through financial insight Overseeing statutory reporting and tax submissions Driving process improvements across the finance function Supervising and developing junior finance staff What they're looking for Previous experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role Strong technical accounting background Experience working within manufacturing, engineering or a product-led environment Comfortable operating in a hands-on SME setting Strong communication skills and ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Why consider it? Key leadership role within the business Direct access to senior management Opportunity to shape processes and controls Broad commercial exposure Stable business with long-term growth plans Click apply now.

( /-) £, - £,This isn't a tidy transformation where everything's already been decided.This is a live carve-out of a specialist division from a large business - and they need someone who can step in, shape the plan, and deliver it. The model isn't finalised. The detail isn't fully worked through. There are regulatory layers, tax complexities, and operational unknowns. That's exactly why this role exists.You'll work directly with the FD, Financial Controller, and Head of Design to take this from a concept to a fully functioning standalone entity inside five months. ' : You'll own the carve-out end to end - from figuring it out through to making it work. Leading the setup of a new legal entity, including Companies House and HMRC requirements Working with divisional leaders to unpick how the business operates today and define what needs to change Ensuring ongoing financial and regulatory compliance from day one Managing and coordinating external advisors (tax, legal, payroll) : Migrated from the parent Built from scratch : Management accounts Financial reporting Controls and processes Supporting initial budgeting and cost base setup Managing high volumes of intercompany transactions with the parent business , : VAT group implications CIS Payroll taxes Forward planning around RDEC : Systems / ERP Payroll and employee transition (including TUPE considerations) Banking and treasury : Commercial (contracts and tenders) Health & Safety HR, IT, Legal The end goal is clear - a fully operational, compliant standalone business ready to run. ' : Experience delivering carve-outs, demergers, or complex separations Exposure to M&A, due diligence, and business integrations or exits Strong understanding of tax, VAT, and group structures in practice Comfortable in regulated, technical environments Able to hold their own with senior stakeholders and advisors Hands-on and able to work through ambiguity without waiting for direction This is a 5 month fixed term contract, with a salary of up to £75,000. If you like roles where you can actually build something and see it through, this is one of those.If you've delivered carve-outs before and are looking for something hands-on and high-impact, this will be right up your street.

Group Financial Controller (Manufacturing / Wholesale & Distribution) West Yorkshire (Hybrid - 4 days per week Office) £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits Are you a technically strong Group Financial Controller looking for more than just reporting and controls? Looking for an excellent opportunity to broaden your commercial finance experience and gain exposure to strategic and private equity-backed business environments? This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, internationally operating business where finance plays a key role in driving performance and supporting future growth. Why this opportunity stands out This is not a role where you'll sit behind the scenes producing numbers. You'll work closely with a highly supportive CFO who is genuinely invested in developing the successful individual, gradually giving exposure to wider commercial and strategic responsibilities typically associated with an FD role. An opportunity to join a successful manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment, with international operations and exciting growth ambitions. There is also the potential to gain valuable exposure to the private equity landscape and future exit activity , making this an outstanding development opportunity for an ambitious finance leader. The role As Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of group reporting and financial control, while also becoming increasingly involved in commercial and strategic initiatives across the business. A core part of the role will involve partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders across the organisation, helping drive performance, support decision making and improve financial understanding throughout the business. Key responsibilities include: Leading the group consolidation process across multiple international entities Delivering accurate and insightful monthly management reporting Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning Acting as a true business partner to operational and commercial teams across the business Providing financial insight and analysis to support strategic and operational decision making Working closely with international operations, including the US Driving improvements in systems, reporting and financial processes Supporting the CFO with strategic projects and commercial analysis Helping develop the finance function as the business continues to grow Exploring opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting through technology and AI tools About you You'll likely already be operating as a Group FC or senior finance leader within an SME environment and be looking for a role that offers genuine progression and broader exposure. You will bring: Strong group consolidation experience across international entities A background within manufacturing, distribution or a related operational environment Experience operating in an SME or growing business Strong technical accounting and reporting capability The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across the business A hands-on, proactive and commercially curious mindset The ambition to progress towards a FD / CFO role in the future Desirable experience includes: Exposure to PE-backed businesses US entity experience Interest in, or experience using, AI to improve finance processes and reporting The opportunity This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious Group FC to join a business where you can genuinely grow your career and skillset.

Finance Director - Private Equity / Professional Services £125,000 - £150,000 + Benefits Swindon / Surrounding Areas An exciting opportunity for a commercially driven Finance Director to join a successful, private equity backed business at an important stage of its growth journey. Operating within professional services the business has built a strong platform, a scalable operating model and a highly data-led culture. With ambitious growth plans, an experienced leadership team and a collaborative working environment, this is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role with genuine influence. For the right individual, this offers more than simply leading a finance function. It is a chance to become a key member of the leadership team, shape commercial strategy and play a meaningful role in driving growth and long-term value creation. Why Join? A genuine opportunity to influence strategy and business performance High visibility role working closely with senior leadership and investors Opportunity to help shape the next phase of growth in a scalable business A collaborative, high-performing culture where ideas and challenge are welcomed A broad role combining commercial finance, strategy, stakeholder management and operational influence Strong working environment with an ambitious but supportive leadership team The Role Working closely with the senior leadership team and investors, the Finance Director will lead the finance function whilst acting as a true commercial partner to the wider business. Key responsibilities include: Partnering with leadership to drive commercial strategy and performance Leading and developing the finance function in a growth environment Supporting organic growth initiatives and long-term scalability Driving performance through reporting, KPIs and commercial insight Delivering forecasting, budgeting and financial planning Developing scalable processes, systems and controls Managing key stakeholder relationships including investors, lenders and advisors Using data and analytics to improve decision making and operational performance The Individual We are seeking a commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys operating beyond finance and being embedded within the wider business. You will bring: Experience within a private equity backed environment A background in professional services or a similar time and technology monetised sector A track record of driving organic growth within a scalable business model Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management capability Experience operating within a data-led, performance-focused environment A collaborative, hands-on approach with the ability to influence at senior level ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification preferred This role would suit an ambitious Finance Director looking for a broad, commercially focused leadership role where they can influence direction, drive growth and play a visible part in the success of an ambitious business.

Group Financial Controller (Manufacturing / Wholesale & Distribution) West Yorkshire (Hybrid - 4 days per week Office) £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits Are you a technically strong Group Financial Controller looking for more than just reporting and controls? Looking for an excellent opportunity to broaden your commercial finance experience and gain exposure to strategic and private equity-backed business environments? This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, internationally operating business where finance plays a key role in driving performance and supporting future growth. Why this opportunity stands out This is not a role where you'll sit behind the scenes producing numbers. You'll work closely with a highly supportive CFO who is genuinely invested in developing the successful individual, gradually giving exposure to wider commercial and strategic responsibilities typically associated with an FD role. An opportunity to join a successful manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment, with international operations and exciting growth ambitions. There is also the potential to gain valuable exposure to the private equity landscape and future exit activity , making this an outstanding development opportunity for an ambitious finance leader. The role As Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of group reporting and financial control, while also becoming increasingly involved in commercial and strategic initiatives across the business. A core part of the role will involve partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders across the organisation, helping drive performance, support decision making and improve financial understanding throughout the business. Key responsibilities include: Leading the group consolidation process across multiple international entities Delivering accurate and insightful monthly management reporting Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning Acting as a true business partner to operational and commercial teams across the business Providing financial insight and analysis to support strategic and operational decision making Working closely with international operations, including the US Driving improvements in systems, reporting and financial processes Supporting the CFO with strategic projects and commercial analysis Helping develop the finance function as the business continues to grow Exploring opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting through technology and AI tools About you You'll likely already be operating as a Group FC or senior finance leader within an SME environment and be looking for a role that offers genuine progression and broader exposure. You will bring: Strong group consolidation experience across international entities A background within manufacturing, distribution or a related operational environment Experience operating in an SME or growing business Strong technical accounting and reporting capability The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across the business A hands-on, proactive and commercially curious mindset The ambition to progress towards a FD / CFO role in the future Desirable experience includes: Exposure to PE-backed businesses US entity experience Interest in, or experience using, AI to improve finance processes and reporting The opportunity This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious Group FC to join a business where you can genuinely grow your career and skillset.

If you're the kind of person who can step in and keep things steady, this accounts assistant role might be right up your street. We're talking about a temporary role in Leeds, where you'll come in for 3-6 months to help out while the team navigates an ERP transition. It's full-time ideally, but if you need to work part-time over 5 days, that's ok too. Salary is £28k-£30k. You'll be based in the office to start with, but there's a chance for some hybrid working once you're settled in. Your main tasks will include posting invoices and chasing debt. It's all about keeping the cash flow ticking over smoothly. You'll also handle both purchase and sales ledger, so your day will have a bit of variety. Being an accounts assistant here means you'll be trusted to jump straight in and manage your workload. They're not looking for someone who needs hand-holding. If you know your way around Sage 200, that's a bonus, but it's not a deal-breaker. The team is keen to move quickly, so if you're interested, get your CV in this week. They'll start chats next week, with a view to get someone on board the following week. What you need? Solid experience in accounts. Ability to post invoices and chase debt without breaking a sweat. Reliability and a knack for keeping things organised. Sound like what you're looking for? Click "APPLY" and upload your CV or get in touch with Matt to find out more about this accounts assistant role.

This is a payroll role that actually has some bite to it. If you're the sort of person who can take 5,000 employees, multiple payrolls, a stack of statutory obligations, a sprinkle of IR35, and still sleep at night you're not just "good with payroll" and you're probably mildly underappreciated. This is a real opportunity to improve how things are done, not just tick boxes and hope nobody notices the month-end panic. The role: You'll be running end-to-end payroll across multiple payrolls for around 5,000 people. That means starters, leavers, adjustments, pensions, benefits, and the occasional "why is this different this month?" conversation that turns out to have a very long answer. You'll also be involved in: Supporting payroll migrations across different business units (yes, systems changes everyone's favourite) Managing IR35 and third-party payments without breaking a sweat Handling HMRC submissions and statutory reporting accurately the first time (imagine that) Liaising with external providers who will all have "just one quick question" Keeping benefits and pensions aligned, compliant, and not on fire What you'll need (besides patience): Proper, hands-on payroll experience across multiple payrolls The ability to think in gross-to-net without reaching for a calculator every time Strong Excel skills (not "I can do a SUM", actual Excel competence) Familiarity with statutory payments (SMP, SSP, the usual alphabet soup) Understanding of IR35, pensions auto-enrolment, salary sacrifice, and all the other things that make payroll "fun" A detail obsession that others might describe as "slightly intense" The judgement to know when to escalate, and when to quietly fix it before anyone asks What's in it for you? An annual salary of up to £37k (depending on experience) Hybrid working (1 day in the Leeds office) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Click "apply now" to find out more.

Interim Finance Business Partner £300-£330 per day 4-6 Weeks Hybrid - Leeds Are you a commercially-minded finance professional who can step into a fast-paced environment, build relationships quickly, and provide meaningful support with minimal handholding? If you enjoy partnering with stakeholders, supporting operational finance, and helping steady the ship during busy periods, this could be a great fit. We're partnering with a growing tech consultancy business based in Leeds that is looking for an Interim Finance Business Partner to provide immediate support during a particularly demanding period for the finance team. This is a hands-on interim role where commercial awareness, communication skills, and the ability to operate independently are just as important as technical capability. The Role You'll work closely with finance and operational stakeholders to provide commercial support and help stabilise the finance function. Budget Support: Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis Stakeholder Management: Building strong relationships across the business and supporting operational teams Commercial Finance: Understanding consultancy rate cards, blended margins, and client profitability Operational Finance Support: Supporting the wider finance function through a busy period Month-End Support: Assisting with journals and helping improve finance processes Business Partnering: Acting as a commercially-minded point of contact across the business This is a role for someone who can integrate quickly, operate independently, and add value from day one. What We're Looking For Strong Finance Business Partnering or commercial finance background Comfortable operating in fast-paced consultancy or service-led environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Commercially aware with the ability to understand margin and client-based reporting Advanced Excel skills Experience with Xero beneficial Tech-savvy and quick to pick up systems and processes Part-qualified or qualified candidates considered - experience is more important than qualifications Why Join? You'll be joining a growing business during a critical period where your support will make an immediate difference. This role offers genuine exposure to senior stakeholders, the opportunity to improve processes, and the chance to help stabilise a busy finance function during a key transition period. There's also flexibility around working patterns, with openness to experienced candidates looking for a 4-day week arrangement. Location: Leeds (hybrid - 3 days in office) Rate: £300-£330 per day Contract: Initially 4-6 weeks (potential to extend) Start: ASAP If you're a commercially-minded interim finance professional who enjoys fast-paced environments and stakeholder interaction, hit apply.

Group Financial Controller (Manufacturing / Wholesale & Distribution) West Yorkshire (Hybrid - 4 days per week Office) £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits Are you a technically strong Group Financial Controller looking for more than just reporting and controls? Looking for an excellent opportunity to broaden your commercial finance experience and gain exposure to strategic and private equity-backed business environments? This is a rare opportunity to join a dynamic, internationally operating business where finance plays a key role in driving performance and supporting future growth. Why this opportunity stands out This is not a role where you'll sit behind the scenes producing numbers. You'll work closely with a highly supportive CFO who is genuinely invested in developing the successful individual, gradually giving exposure to wider commercial and strategic responsibilities typically associated with an FD role. An opportunity to join a successful manufacturing business operating in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment, with international operations and exciting growth ambitions. There is also the potential to gain valuable exposure to the private equity landscape and future exit activity , making this an outstanding development opportunity for an ambitious finance leader. The role As Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of group reporting and financial control, while also becoming increasingly involved in commercial and strategic initiatives across the business. A core part of the role will involve partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders across the organisation, helping drive performance, support decision making and improve financial understanding throughout the business. Key responsibilities include: Leading the group consolidation process across multiple international entities Delivering accurate and insightful monthly management reporting Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cashflow planning Acting as a true business partner to operational and commercial teams across the business Providing financial insight and analysis to support strategic and operational decision making Working closely with international operations, including the US Driving improvements in systems, reporting and financial processes Supporting the CFO with strategic projects and commercial analysis Helping develop the finance function as the business continues to grow Exploring opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting through technology and AI tools About you You'll likely already be operating as a Group FC or senior finance leader within an SME environment and be looking for a role that offers genuine progression and broader exposure. You will bring: Strong group consolidation experience across international entities A background within manufacturing, distribution or a related operational environment Experience operating in an SME or growing business Strong technical accounting and reporting capability The ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across the business A hands-on, proactive and commercially curious mindset The ambition to progress towards a FD / CFO role in the future Desirable experience includes: Exposure to PE-backed businesses US entity experience Interest in, or experience using, AI to improve finance processes and reporting The opportunity This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious Group FC to join a business where you can genuinely grow your career and skillset.

Financial Controller Bingley Up to £65,000 DOEYou don't need to "build the plane while flying it". The plane's built. It just needs a sharper pilot. This financial controller role is all about steering change - not firefighting chaos. It's a PE-backed setup, mid-sized, stable, but with plenty of moving parts to keep you challenged. You'll be the right hand to the HOF, with full control over the day-to-day finance function. Think of it as your own mini-business within the business. Up to £65,000 salary. Private equity exposure. A clear line of sight to a no.2 role. And the chance to lead a small, capable team through some meaningful transformation work. As financial controller, you'll manage month-end, reporting, controls, and team development - but more than that, you'll influence decisions. There's ongoing investment and change happening, so your voice will carry weight across commercial, systems, and operational finance. You don't need a PE background, but you do need to know your way around a fast-paced SME or mid-market environment. You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), with hands-on experience managing people and improving processes. You'll also need to be comfortable challenging senior stakeholders and supporting business-wide change. It's not a corporate machine - you'll need to roll up your sleeves. In return, you'll get: £60,000 to £65,000 basic salary Hybrid working (2-3 days from home) Private healthcare 25 days holiday + bank hols Direct access to an experienced HOF in a growing, well-backed business This financial controller role isn't a box-ticker. It's for someone who wants to step into leadership and make a real dent in how a business runs. Interested? Click apply now and let's talk.

IFS Project Manager Pocklington Hybrid working Salary c.£90,000 Why this role exists This is a newly defined role reporting into the CFO, focused on getting more from IFS and tightening how the business uses it day to day. There's a clear growth plan in place, and the system needs to support that properly - both operationally and from a reporting point of view. What success looks like Lead end-to-end IFS projects (upgrades, rollouts, optimisation) without things drifting on time or cost Improve how data flows through the system and into reporting / dashboards Act as the link between finance, ops, IT and external partners - keeping everyone aligned Bring more structure to governance, change control and delivery standards Support better decision-making through cleaner, more usable data What they're looking for Solid track record delivering ERP projects, ideally with IFS (Cloud experience helpful) Good understanding of core modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Projects etc.) Comfortable managing integrations, testing, data migration and UAT Someone who can operate at both detail level and with senior stakeholders Experience in asset-heavy or operational businesses would help What you'll get Direct exposure to CFO and senior leadership Real ownership of the IFS roadmap - not just maintaining what's there A business that's growing, where systems need to keep up Autonomy to shape how things are done If this sounds close to what you've done before, click apply now.

Ever felt like you're producing numbers but not actually influencing anything? This is a Finance Business Partner role for someone who wants to be closer to the action - working alongside operational and commercial teams, challenging decisions, and helping shape performance. You'll be joining a well-established, large-scale infrastructure-focused business, operating across multiple regions and delivering complex, long-term frameworks. The numbers are big, the contracts are detailed, and the opportunity to add value is very real. This isn't about sitting in finance and looking backwards. It's about being embedded in the business, understanding what's happening on the ground, and driving better outcomes. What's the role? You'll sit right at the centre of operations, working closely with commercial leads and regional teams. It's a mix of detail and insight - getting into the numbers, then stepping back to challenge and support decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Partnering with operational teams to review contract performance, risk & profitability Supporting monthly management accounts, forecasting and budgeting Ownership of weekly cashflow forecasting for a significant revenue stream Reviewing live projects and CVRs, ensuring financial accuracy and challenge Supporting quarterly audits across regional frameworks Providing meaningful insight to non-finance stakeholders Identifying improvements in process, controls and reporting Building strong relationships across multiple sites and teams It's a role where you'll need to be comfortable asking questions, challenging assumptions, and getting into the detail. : This role suits someone looking to step into a more commercial, forward-facing position. Ideally, you'll bring: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or close to qualifying) Circa 1-3 years PQE in audit, management accounts or similar Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data A good understanding of revenue recognition / contract accounting principles (nice to have, not essential) Confidence to build relationships and influence non-finance stakeholders A proactive mindset - someone who wants to improve things, not just maintain them You don't need to have done this exact role before - but you do need the mindset. What's in it for you? £55,000 - £65,000 salary DOE £5k car allowance 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell scheme) 5% pension Healthcare cash plan Exposure to senior stakeholders and large-scale operations If you're looking for a role where you can step out from behind the numbers and actually influence the business, this is a strong one to consider.

Interim Finance Manager £60,000 - £70,000 6-9 Months Hybrid - West Yorkshire Are you a qualified Finance Manager who enjoys leading teams through change, improving standards, and partnering closely with operations? If you're someone who likes getting into the detail, challenging the status quo, and helping finance functions become more effective, this could be a great fit. We're partnering with a large, private equity-backed, multi-site business that is continuing to evolve following significant growth and acquisition activity. As part of an ongoing transformation programme, they're now looking for an Interim Finance Manager to support a key operational division within the group. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll help stabilise the finance function, improve reporting quality, and support the wider team through a busy period of change. The Role You'll oversee a small management accounts team while acting as a key business partner to operational leadership. Team Leadership: Managing and reviewing the work of 3 Management Accountants Management Accounts: Ensuring accurate, reliable reporting delivered to deadline Coaching & Development: Supporting and mentoring the wider team, identifying skills gaps and improving accountability Business Partnering: Working closely with operational leaders to explain performance, variances, and key trends Process Improvement: Reviewing reporting consistency, WIP calculations, and finance processes Change Support: Helping stabilise the function during an ongoing period of transformation and integration This is a role for someone who's comfortable operating in a changing environment and happy rolling their sleeves up to support the wider team. What They're Looking For Fully qualified accountant (CIMA preferred) Strong Management Accounting background Previous experience managing or supervising finance staff Confident business partner with strong communication skills Comfortable challenging processes and improving standards Self-starter mentality with the ability to work autonomously Experience within multi-entity environments beneficial Systems exposure beneficial: Sage Intacct Sage 50 Why Join? You'll be joining a large, evolving business where your impact will be felt immediately. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team, improve processes, and partner closely with operational leadership during a key phase of transformation. Location: Hybrid - West Yorkshire Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (flexible for the right person) Contract: 6-9 months initially Working Pattern: Hybrid Start: ASAP If you're a hands-on Finance Manager who enjoys leadership, change, and adding value operationally, hit apply.

Let's talk about the part of finance that doesn't get the limelight but absolutely stops the whole machine from eating itself alive. You'll sit in the sales ledger function, and you'll be the person who makes sure new customers don't just exist , but are properly checked, approved, recorded, and ready to transact without chaos erupting later. In short: you'll be the gatekeeper between "exciting new client" and "why is this invoice on fire?" What you'll actually be doing: Every day you'll be juggling new account requests and making sure nothing slips through the cracks. That means: Reviewing new client requests and checking contracts properly (not just a quick scan-and-pray) Running credit checks and external financial due diligence (yes, including third-party reporting tools) Analysing creditworthiness and flagging anything that looks questionable Ensuring approvals are obtained in line with governance rules before anything gets set up in the finance system Logging and tracking every new client through the onboarding process so nothing disappears into the void Liaising with Credit Controllers, Operations, Risk, and occasionally clients themselves when clarification is needed Monitoring prospect pipelines and updating records so they don't rot in spreadsheet purgatory Producing reporting on volumes, approvals, and trends (Excel will be your best friend here) They're not asking for magic. But they are asking for someone who can operate in a busy, slightly chaotic, very detail-sensitive environment without dropping the ball. You'll need: Experience in a professional, fast-moving finance or operations environment Proper attention to detail (the kind where you spot the missing decimal point before anyone else does) Strong Excel skills - not "I can do a SUM", more "I can tame a spreadsheet beast" Confidence working with data, numbers, and systems without breaking into a cold sweat Strong organisation and time management (lots of moving parts, lots of deadlines) The ability to spot risk and escalate it without hesitation or drama You probably enjoy bringing order to chaos. You like knowing that things are "correct" in a way that other people might find slightly obsessive, you don't panic when there are multiple priorities - you prioritise. What will you get? An annual salary of up to £30k (depending on experience) Study support 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Hybrid working (2 days WFH) Click "apply now" to find out more.

QHSE Manager - Manufacturing Chesterfield£50,000 - £60,000 + Benefits Are you a hands-on QHSE professional who enjoys being on the shop floor as much as shaping policy and driving improvement? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business, in a role where you can genuinely make an impact. The opportunity This is not a desk-based compliance role. You'll be at the heart of the operation, working closely with teams across the business to ensure QHSE standards are not only met, but continuously improved. You'll bring a practical, common-sense approach, helping embed a culture where quality, health & safety, environmental standards and commercial decision making go hand in hand. The role You will take ownership of QHSE across the site, combining hands-on involvement with strategic oversight. Key responsibilities include: Leading all QHSE activity across the business Maintaining and improving systems aligned to ISO 9001 & 14001 Reviewing and evolving policies and procedures to drive continuous improvement Supporting day-to-day operations on the shop floor, ensuring best practice is followed Carrying out audits, risk assessments and investigations where required Promoting a strong safety-first culture across the business Working closely with leadership to align QHSE with operational and commercial goals Supporting elements of HR where they overlap with QHSE (training, compliance, employee wellbeing) About you You'll be someone who is comfortable rolling your sleeves up and getting stuck in, while also having the confidence to challenge and improve existing processes. You will bring: A background within manufacturing A recognised qualification such as NEBOSH or IOSH Strong understanding of ISO 9001 & 14001 Experience operating in an SME environment A proactive, solutions-focused mindset The ability to influence and engage teams at all levels Ideally some exposure to HR-related activities The environment This is a business where people matter, decisions are made quickly and you can see the impact of your work. The role is 5 days on site in Chesterfield, with flexibility where needed. The package £50,000 - £60,000 + benefits If you're looking for a role where you can combine hands-on involvement with real influence and continuous improvement, this is well worth exploring.

Interim FP&A Manager £60,000 - £70,000 6-Month FTC Hybrid - Leeds Are you a commercially-minded FP&A professional who thrives on turning data into insight and influencing decision-making at a senior level? If you enjoy owning analysis, partnering with stakeholders, and getting under the skin of performance across a multi-site business, this could be right up your street. We're partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed business in the Leeds area operating across multiple sites. The business has strong momentum and ambitious growth plans, and they're now looking for an experienced FP&A professional to step in and take ownership of the analysis and reporting function during a key period. This is a hands-on, commercially focused interim role where your ability to interpret data, influence stakeholders, and provide meaningful insight will be key. The Role You'll step in as the go-to FP&A lead, taking ownership of reporting, analysis, and business partnering across a multi-site operation. Performance Analysis: Owning P&L and performance analysis across multiple locations, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. Budgeting & Forecasting: Supporting budgeting cycles and ongoing forecast analysis, ensuring clarity and accuracy in financial planning. Commercial Insight: Analysing promotional activity and business performance to support strategic decision-making. Stakeholder Management: Working closely with senior stakeholders, translating financial data into clear, actionable insight. Reporting: Producing and delivering high-quality reports and dashboards, building on existing reporting frameworks. Systems & Tools: Supporting the continued rollout and utilisation of Power BI, alongside advanced Excel-based analysis. This role is less about building from scratch and more about owning, enhancing, and delivering high-quality analysis that the business can rely on. What We're Looking For A strong FP&A professional with proven experience in analysis, reporting, and business partnering. Highly advanced Excel skills - comfortable handling large datasets and building meaningful insights. Confident stakeholder manager, able to influence and challenge where needed. Commercially aware, with the ability to link financial performance to business activity. Experience with Power BI or similar tools would be beneficial but not essential. Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) is preferred, but we're open to strong qualified-by-experience candidates. Why Join? You'll be joining a business at an exciting stage, backed by private equity and continuing to scale. With strong leadership in place, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by improving visibility, insight, and decision-making across the organisation. It's a role where you can take ownership, add value quickly, and genuinely influence how the business understands its performance. There's also the opportunity to go permanent. Location: Leeds (3 days in the office, 2 from home) Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (FTC) Contract: 6 months initially (with potential to extend) Start: ASAP If you're an FP&A professional who enjoys ownership, insight, and stakeholder interaction, hit apply. This is a high-impact interim role with plenty of visibility and influence.

Bursar / Director of Finance & Operations Halifax £60,000 - £80,000 This isn't a narrow finance role - and it's not a purely operational one either. This is a senior leadership position within a well-established independent school, offering the opportunity to take real ownership of the organisation's financial and operational functions at a pivotal point in its development. The role sits on the Leadership Team and works closely with the Head and Governors, taking responsibility for finance, operations, HR, risk, compliance and estates. The breadth is significant, the expectations are high, and the impact is meaningful. This position is fully office-based in the Halifax area. The role: Reporting to Governors via the Head, you will play a key part in shaping and delivering the School Development Plan and ensuring the school remains financially sustainable, operationally sound and strategically aligned. Your responsibilities will include: Leadership of Finance, IT, HR and Operations functions Preparation of annual budgets, 3-year forecasts and long-term business plans Providing financial insight and management information to senior leadership and governors Oversight of payroll, asset management and financial policies Leadership and development of business support teams Acting as a member of the Finance, Audit & Risk Sub-Committees Ownership of risk management, audit, health & safety and regulatory compliance Acting as the key liaison with statutory and regulatory bodies Strategic oversight of estates, buildings, grounds and facilities Supporting capital projects, contracts, lettings and long-term planning This is an all-round leadership role - combining hands-on delivery with strategic input. What they're looking for: The school is open to individuals from different professional backgrounds, provided they bring the credibility, judgement and leadership style required at this level. You may come from a strong finance-led background, or from a broader operational or commercial leadership role. You'll ideally demonstrate: Senior leadership and management experience Strong financial awareness and understanding of organisational drivers Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, boards or governors Experience operating in complex, high-expectation environments The ability to lead teams, manage risk and deliver change Excellent communication, organisation and decision-making skills Absolute discretion and professionalism Experience in an educational setting is desirable but not essential. Salary & structure: The salary reflects the breadth of the role and is structured as follows: £65,000 - £80,000 for candidates bringing a strong finance background and the ability to lead the financial strategy directly £60,000 - £65,000 for candidates whose strengths sit more heavily in operations, governance and leadership, with finance supported at a senior level In both cases, this remains a senior, trusted position within the Leadership Team. Why this role stands out: Key leadership role with genuine influence Broad remit across finance, operations, HR, risk and estates High visibility with senior leadership and governors Long-term, stable opportunity within a respected institution Significant scope to shape how the organisation operates If you're looking for a senior role with substance, responsibility and long-term impact - this is well worth a conversation.

Financial Controller Thirsk Up to £70,000 DOE Ever felt ready to take the reins properly? This is one of those roles where you can. This is a full-time Financial Controller position with hybrid working, reporting into an experienced FD who knows how to build, not just manage. You'll be stepping into a genuine "first FC" role with the backing, autonomy and headroom to make it your own. You'll be joining a business that's not standing still. They've already delivered significant growth over the past few years and have no intention of slowing down. That momentum creates opportunity real influence, real visibility, and real progression if you want it. As Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the finance function. That means leading month-end, managing and developing a capable team, and driving improvements across reporting, controls and processes. You'll also play a key role in budgeting, forecasting and cashflow, while partnering with the FD on strategic projects as the business continues to scale. The culture here matters. It's collaborative, ambitious and grounded. People are trusted to get on with things, ideas are listened to, and there's a genuine focus on development. The FD is commercially sharp, supportive, and invested in helping you grow not someone who'll sit over your shoulder. You'll need a solid background in financial or management accounting, ideally within a fast-paced or growing environment. Experience leading or mentoring others would help, but it's more about your mindset you'll need the confidence to step up, challenge and influence. ACA, ACCA or CIMA would be ideal, but strong QBE candidates will absolutely be considered. What's on offer: Salary up to £70,000 Full-time role with hybrid working 25 days holiday plus bank holidays A genuine opportunity to shape a function and grow with the business Clear development and progression as the company continues to expand If you're looking for a role where you can make a mark, grow your career, and be part of something going somewhere this is worth a conversation. Click apply now.

Interim Finance Manager / Finance Lead £275-£325 per day 6-9 Months Hybrid - York Are you a hands-on finance professional who thrives in SMEs where you can take full ownership and make an immediate impact? If you enjoy working closely with senior leadership, improving processes, and bringing clarity to cash and forecasting, this could be a great fit. We're partnering with an innovative, PE-backed SME based in York that is going through a period of transition following the departure of its Finance Manager. This is a standalone, high-autonomy interim role, focused on stabilising the finance function and supporting the business through a key period. The Role You'll step in as the lead finance contact, owning the full finance function and supporting decision-making at board level. Month-End Close: Delivering a fast, accurate close (target WD3) and producing management accounts Board Reporting: Preparing monthly finance packs and presenting to senior stakeholders Cash Flow Management: Owning forecasting and cash control (critical focus area) Business Planning: Supporting forward-looking analysis with senior leadership Financial Modelling: Updating pricing, trade assumptions, and sales forecasts Audit Management: Leading the audit process and coordinating external stakeholders Inventory Accounting: Managing stock and inventory controls Process Improvement: Simplifying processes (including invoicing) and improving reporting This is a hands-on, end-to-end role where you'll need to balance detail with commercial insight. What We're Looking For Strong SME finance background with end-to-end ownership experience Confident delivering month-end quickly and accurately Advanced Excel skills (core to the role) Experience with inventory accounting Comfortable presenting at board level and influencing senior stakeholders Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-focused Desirable: Manufacturing or product-based business experience Experience in cash-sensitive or PE-backed environments Audit coordination experience Why Join? This is a great opportunity to step into a true No.1 finance role in a growing, innovative business. You'll have full ownership of finance, direct exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to make a meaningful impact during a key period of change. With flexibility on working pattern and scope for extension, it's an ideal role for an experienced interim who enjoys autonomy and challenge. Location: York (hybrid) Rate: £275-£325 per day Contract: 6-9 months (potential to extend or go permanent)- will consider more experienced candidates on a part-time basis Start: ASAP If you're a hands-on finance professional who enjoys ownership, pace, and making a difference quickly, hit apply.