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Commercial Finance Business Partner - 15 Month Fixed Term Contract (FTC) Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 Location: Wirral Start: ASAP Industry: FMCG / Manufacturing Job Type: Fixed Term Contract Overview We are delighted to be supporting a growing UK manufacturing business that is looking to appoint a Commercial Finance Business Partner on a 12-18 month fixed term contract click apply for full job details

We're Hiring: FP&A Marketing Finance Business Partner Location: Market Drayton / Hybrid - 3 days per week on site. Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday (40 hours) Benefits for the role: Competitive salary, generous annual bonus, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service), Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave, Enhanced Bereavement Leave, Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%), Exclusive access to M ller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts and development opportunities. If you are ready to unleash your potential and build an exciting career with Britian's most chosen dairy brand, M ller UK & Ireland, part of the renowned Unternehmensgruppe Theo M ller, invites you to apply for our FP&A Marketing Finance Business Partner position. As our FP&A Marketing Finance Business Partner, you will provide support on all financial planning processes within the combined Yogurt & Desserts business unit. You will act as a key business partner to the Marketing team providing day to day financial and commercial decision support. What you'll do: - Co-ordination of the Controlling month end process: Day 4-month end review meeting and management of the month end timetable Bridging analysis to explain the profit result vs forecast, budget and prior year -Day 6 month and reporting pack. Business Partner Key Brand Teams: Vertically Business partner Brand Teams- providing financial and commercial decision support and insight to drive the business forwards in these areas, covering all Yogurts & Desserts brands: Management of Brand P&LS Input into the PEP process Key challenges / input into the monthly Brand Review meetings Dealing with day-to-day queries from your key contacts Ad-hoc reporting and analysis as & when required Manage the financial input to the Clarity system and ensure aligns with financial plans, ensure post launch reviews are completed. Provide support & challenge to the Marketing team on Marketing budgets. Ownership of the quarterly forecast process. Financial input into the brand review meeting cycle in terms of brand p&l performance mth, ytd and full year forecast. Financial Support to the annual (budget) and mid term (3YP) planning processes: Development & management of the timetables for the total Y&D Business Unit. Financial analysis on the branded business explaining the key planning assumptions and variances. Preparation of standard Group financial charts & presentations for both the branded & private label businesses. Delivery of profitability reporting to Group (total Y&D BU): Day 8 Scorecard and supplementary schedules Preparation of financial charts for the group business reviews Weekly volume reporting to group First point of contact for ad-hoc queries Financial Support provided to the Marketing Investment budget: Pre-evaluation of investment decisions Freeze pot management Quarterly forecasting Budget planning Co-ordination of the monthly BOP Financial Forecast: Produce P&LS for both branded & PL businesses -Financial evaluation of constrained demand plan Highlighting gap to targets What you'll bring: - Qualified accountant (CIMA preferable) Graduate level (2:1 minimum in business discipline) Essential Specialist/Technical skills / abilities: Ability to remain accurate in a fast-paced commercial environment whilst remaining pragmatic in judgment of materiality. Ability to provide decision support & challenge to the commercial teams Structured approach to managing priorities across multiple projects over different time horizons Being able to take a holistic view across the commercial sphere to ensure decisions are appropriate and do not lead to conflicting actions Previous commercial finance experience in decision support role. Desirable Specialist/Technical skills / abilities: Previous experience financial planning & reporting. Competent in SAP (CO-PA). Experience of working within a FMCG environment. Soft skills: Building strong relationships across the commercial teams to ensure involvement in decisions up front. Dynamic with the ability to make an impact. Driven individual eager for role / career progression. Demonstrates high accountability for role responsibilities / projects / initiatives. The Process If you have the skills and experience in the above areas and would like to be considered for this role, please apply at (url removed) You can find out more about M ller and what it's like to work for us by clicking here Careers at M ller UK & Ireland

Senior Compliance Officer About Internews Internews works globally to ensure people everywhere can access trusted, quality information that empowers participation, accountability, and healthier, more informed communities. For more than 35 years, in over 100 countries, we have strengthened local media, supported civil society, and helped millions of people access crucial information across issues such as health, governance, conflict, and the environment. We are an international nonprofit with administrative hubs in California, Washington DC, London, and Paris. Our teams represent a wide mix of backgrounds, identities, cultures, and lived experiences. We actively foster an environment rooted in dignity, belonging, justice, and flexibility. About the Role We are seeking a high-performing, experienced, and self-directed compliance professional to provide maternity cover within the Grants, Contracts & Compliance (GCC) department. This role requires someone who operates with excellence, independence, and sound judgement from day one a person who is confident navigating complex donor rules, shaping risk mitigation strategies, and leading award management processes without needing extensive onboarding. We are seeking an experienced practitioner with proven applied experience, rather than a purely theoretical background. You will oversee the full lifecycle of European donor funded awards, ensuring rigorous contractual and regulatory compliance across Internews. Working closely with colleagues across Programmes, Finance, and Global Development, you will help maintain a culture where doing things right is prioritised over shortcuts. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise with major European donors (European Commission, Sida, FCDO), a proactive mindset, and the ability to lead, train, and influence teams across the organisation. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following, with other duties upon request: Compliance Review and approve proposal budgets for assigned funding opportunities. Review donor agreements and ensure terms are acceptable; support the Director of GCC in strengthening organisational risk mitigation practices. Advise staff on Internews internal and donor rules across the project cycle. Work with Programme Officers and cross-functional teams on effective project start up, including inductions, adapting award procedures/templates, and ongoing staff training; conduct country visits when required. Collaborate with Finance to support successful programme audits. Maintain and update organisational data on institutional donor platforms (e.g., EU Transparency Register, IATI). Develop and maintain training materials and guidelines for at least one major donor; provide expert compliance guidance across GCC. Deliver inductions and training for new and junior GCC staff. Set up and maintain complete and up to date award records in line with donor and Internews requirements. Development At proposal stage, review and approve teaming agreements and NDAs with bid partners. Review and approve donor budget submissions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, compliance, and adequacy. Coordinate pre award due diligence for prospective donors. Review and negotiate donor agreements and modifications, managing associated risks. Establish and maintain proposal, award, and contract records within the award management system, including significant data entry. Procurement Management Advise staff on procurement requirements and maintain internal records for procurements under awards. Support development of compliant procurement plans. Lead and administer higher value procurements, including negotiating contractor terms. Draft and execute sub contracts and amendments in full compliance with donor and Internews policies. Troubleshoot contractual issues, prepare termination notices, and manage related risks. Prepare procurement documentation for audits and serve as point of contact for procurement audit processes. In all duties, uphold Internews Core Values and demonstrate commitment to fostering a culture of Belonging, Dignity, and Justice . SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Line manage GCC staff when assigned. Deputise for the Director of GCC as required. Lead award management for flagship programmes and advise programme teams and partners on donor compliance, budgeting, and agreement management. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Required University degree in a relevant field or equivalent lived/professional experience. Extensive senior-level experience in award management within an international nonprofit or international development organisation. Demonstrated hands on experience interpreting and applying donor rules and compliance requirements (especially European Commission, FCDO, and SIDA) in real project implementation contexts. Proven experience managing procurements and negotiating contracts, including drafting and executing agreements and amendments in compliance with donor and organisational requirements. Experience preparing procurement documentation for audits and managing procurement related risks. Demonstrated experience troubleshooting compliance, contractual, and financial issues, and advising programme teams on practical solutions. Experience assessing and managing compliance and contractual risks across the project cycle. Experience using award management systems or structured grant/contract databases, including maintaining accurate award records and donor required data. Native-level proficiency in English (written and spoken). Strong writing and editing skills, with prior experience producing key work outputs such as proposals, budgets, reports, and trainings. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, including diplomacy, negotiation, cross-team collaboration, donor communication, and discretion with confidential information. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with a demonstrated track record of applying critical thinking to complex compliance or award management challenges. Excellent time management and organisational skills, including the ability to handle shifting priorities in a fast paced or complex operating environment. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multicultural and remote teams; demonstrated leadership capacity. Flexibility to manage periodic shifts in workload and working hours. Experience mentoring or training staff on compliance, procurement, or donor related procedures. Experience leading cross functional processes involving both programme and operational teams. Preferred Prior experience living or working in a global majority country/region Proficiency in Russian (written and spoken). Experience with EU/UK funded projects (e.g., EC, FCDO) in complex environments. Experience developing internal policies, guidelines, or training materials related to compliance, procurement, or award management. Familiarity with Internews operating environment , systems, or organisational approaches. Vacancy Timeline: Deadline for applications: 13 March 2026 (Note: This is a rolling recruitment process candidates might be invited for interview before the deadline) MISCELLANEOUS: Candidates must submit a succinct cover letter of no more than 2 pages explaining how they satisfy the requirements of the role, and a CV highlighting relevant experience. Successful candidate will also be asked to provide three professional referees, one of whom must be from their most recent employer. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of their position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of this position. This position will be located in the United Kingdom and therefore, a successful applicant must both be present in the UK for the duration of the assignment and be able to demonstrate their Right to Work in the UK in order to commence employment.

Description Our consultancy services are centred around the topic executive compensation but cover a much broader range of disciplines including strategy, Corporate Governance (including regulations and legislation) and financial modelling. We provide advice regarding and to the Board of Directors, Executive Committee and Senior Management population of the largest companies across Europe. On a daily basis, we work together with colleagues across the globe in order to support our globally operating clients. In this role of ECBA director, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining business with focus on the Financial Services sector, leading and delivering client engagements, serving as strategic advisor to clients in your areas of subject matter expertise, developing unique and insightful intellectual capital, ensuring the quality of our advice and counsel, and developing and mentoring consultants. You will be the trusted client partner (including C Suite, RemCo and Board) to design and implement Executive Compensation and incentive program strategies to attract, reward and retain executive talent. You will partner with our senior Directors on top tier cluster clients and be in the lead on other large clients, and you will have a focus on the Financial Services Industry. Working with other colleagues, you will also participate in and contribute to activities that support continued revenue growth of the Work & Rewards business. The role includes: Deliver consistent project management for multiple large clients Prominent role in the European Financial Services community Lead advisor on all types of ECBA topics Develop diverse compensation structures, competitive base pay and incentive approaches that provide seamless delivery of global solutions for our clients Collaborate and contribute to the development, design and implementation of compensation programs that include total rewards strategy, competitive benchmarking, annual and long term incentive plan design, employment contract review, change in control agreements, overall competitive pay analysis and pay for performance alignment Contribute to the development of new tools and approaches. Continue to develop technical knowledge and skills in the area of Executive Compensation Mentor, coach and manage more junior colleagues What we offer Working across Europe Leading the largest clients and working closely with C Suite, RemCo's and Boards Opportunities for career development (for example CRD role, topic/industry initiates, leadership role, etc.) Working in an open and collaborative culture Qualifications Significant experience consulting at the Board level Significant knowledge of and experience with the Financial Services sector In depth knowledge of tax, corporate finance, regulatory and accounting requirements in order to design executive compensation plans including: annual, equity, stock and other long or short term incentive plans Hands on experience with special equity and incentive plans for situations such as: IPOs, LBOs, M&As, divestitures, recapitalization and venture/entrepreneurial start ups will be necessary Well developed written and oral communication skills and ability to influence senior management and work across all levels of an organization Collaborative business style to introduce new programs and value added services internally and to client organizations Superior analytical skills and understanding of human resource and financial issues within major global organizations and in entrepreneurial environments Master's degree is required; an advanced degree highly desirable, particularly an MBA or JD Fluency in English. Benefits - GB Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with a defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company. We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle to work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

Head of Commercial Finance & Business Partnering South West London (Hybrid) Up to £70,000 + benefits A nationally recognised organisation delivering impactful public and community services is seeking a Head of Commercial Finance & Business Partnering to play a key role in supporting organisational growth, financial sustainability and strategic decision-making click apply for full job details

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today's changing world. Our clients are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry. We'll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you'll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview This is an associate director role within the growing Advisory team of the BDO International Institutions and Donor Assurance (IIDA) department. The role involves managing teams of junior managers, consultants and analysts to secure and deliver assignments in the domain of evaluation and value-for-money audit. It also includes business development, supporting IIDA leadership to grow the business. IIDA carries out assignments for international donor organisations all over the world - including UN organisations, multi-lateral development banks, EU bodies, government development agencies and charitable foundations. By helping these organisations perform better, our team supports them in improving economic, social and political conditions in dozens of countries around the world. You'll be someone with: Strong written and spoken English skills, and an ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and constructive manner. A higher degree or professional qualification in public policy/finance, climate finance, international development, economics or operational research. Demonstrable experience of delivering OECD/DAC-based evaluations, value for money audits / assessments and/or organisational reviews. A genuine interest in international development and working in a multi-cultural context. Demonstrable business development success & experience of managing teams of 3-7 people, and projects lasting from 1 to 24 months. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task in hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we're working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK thousands of unique minds coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Commercial Finance Business Partner Liverpool £45,000 to £60,000 Hybrid Working Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Are you a confident and commercially / operationally minded finance professional looking for your next step? Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Finance Business Partner with strong analytical capability and excellent communication skills to support decision-making and dr click apply for full job details

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Manage risk for our clients to make them stronger for the future. Our Digital Services are designed to enable organisations to leverage our innovative methodologies, technology, and highly experienced professionals to manage their business risks most effectively. Working at BDO offers curious-minded people excellent exposure to all aspects of business strategy, operations and more. We're a dynamic team of internal auditors, accountants, technology, and business transformation experts with disciplines in finance, risk, projects and change, cyber and digital, amongst others. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking to recruit an individual to join our expanding Digital Cyber Team to aid in delivering an increasing portfolio of cyber governance and advisory work. The role will typically focus on performing assessments of cybersecurity controls to guide clients on their level of cyber risk and support technical engagement managers on cyber advisory services. As experts on cyber risk, the BDO Digital Cyber Team advises clients across industries and geographies, staying at the forefront of knowledge of the threat landscape, cyber defence best practices and regulatory expectations. By joining the growing Digital Cyber Team, the role will also involve supporting the Cyber Management team as they look to develop the proposition and grow the business. In this busy and rewarding role, you'll be responsible for the delivery of cyber engagements to help clients assess their cyber risk and support technical engagements. Technical Knowledge, Professional Qualifications and Experience We encourage applications from a variety of candidates - the cybersecurity industry is constantly changing, so there is no single, fixed profile of an individual suitable for this dynamic environment. We're committed to building a strong, resilient and adaptable team to lead the cyber governance market, which is built on diversity of profiles and skills. You'll be someone with: Experience in IT security domains Experience in performing IT security audits and/ or control gap assessments against CIS Benchmarks and NIST. Certification, such as CISA preferred Demonstrable interest, training, experience or certification (e.g. Security+, Network +, SSCP, CISSP) in cybersecurity is highly beneficial Strong technical foundation to support the understanding of controls. Experience in cybersecurity, IT risk (consultancy experience) or regulatory landscape Ability to meet project deadlines and manage multiple engagements Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner Ability to build strong relationships with clients You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons Manage risk for our clients to make them stronger for the future. Our Digital Services are designed to enable organisations to leverage our innovative methodologies, technology, and highly experienced professionals to manage their business risks most effectively. Working at BDO offers curious-minded people excellent exposure to all aspects of business strategy, operations and more. We're a dynamic team of internal auditors, accountants, technology, and business transformation experts with disciplines in finance, risk, projects and change, cyber and digital, amongst others. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are looking to recruit an individual to join our expanding Digital Cyber Team to aid in delivering an increasing portfolio of cyber governance and advisory work. The role will typically focus on performing assessments of cybersecurity controls to guide clients on their level of cyber risk and support technical engagement managers on cyber advisory services. As experts on cyber risk, the BDO Digital Cyber Team advises clients across industries and geographies, staying at the forefront of knowledge of the threat landscape, cyber defence best practices and regulatory expectations. By joining the growing Digital Cyber Team, the role will also involve supporting the Cyber Management team as they look to develop the proposition and grow the business. In this busy and rewarding role, you'll be responsible for the delivery of cyber engagements to help clients assess their cyber risk and support technical engagements. Technical Knowledge, Professional Qualifications and Experience We encourage applications from a variety of candidates - the cybersecurity industry is constantly changing, so there is no single, fixed profile of an individual suitable for this dynamic environment. We're committed to building a strong, resilient and adaptable team to lead the cyber governance market, which is built on diversity of profiles and skills. You'll be someone with: Experience in IT security domains Experience in performing IT security audits and/ or control gap assessments against CIS Benchmarks and NIST. Certification, such as CISA preferred Demonstrable interest, training, experience or certification (e.g. Security+, Network +, SSCP, CISSP) in cybersecurity is highly beneficial Strong technical foundation to support the understanding of controls. Experience in cybersecurity, IT risk (consultancy experience) or regulatory landscape Ability to meet project deadlines and manage multiple engagements Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner Ability to build strong relationships with clients You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Reading or Havant Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time Flexible First options available The role The Service Introduction Lead plays a pivotal role in enterprise-wide governance by supporting the Development, implementation and continuous improvement of robust service standards. As part of the Service Operations & Delivery team, this role provides oversight, constructive challenge, and guidance to ensure that services are operationally ready, resilient, compliant with established service standards, and sustainable before their introduction into operational use. Acting as a critical link between strategy, design and operational delivery, the role is responsible for embedding service introduction standards that promote reliability, efficiency, and long-term sustainability across all services. While not directly involved in the day-to-day activities of the service design, delivery, or transition, the Service Introduction Lead collaborates as needed to provide independent advice, assurance, and guidance. This role partners with service architecture and strategy to connect service value chain elements, ensuring IT Service standards support effective management across the entire service lifecycle. It also works with stakeholders throughout to create, implement, and uphold these standards, embedding resilience measures such as business continuity, disaster recovery, and robust support into every aspect of service introduction. You will Support the design, maintenance, and improvement of service standards, frameworks, and policies, with a focus on service introduction, operational resilience, reliability, compliance, and efficiency. Act as the authority for service introduction and readiness, working with the service integrator and IT teams to assure that new and amended services are prepared for live operation in accordance with service standards. Establish and govern service introduction guidelines to ensure supportability, resilience, ownership, and accountability throughout the service lifecycle. Collaborate across Strategy, Architecture, Delivery, Operations, and IT Risk teams to assure alignment, compliance, and effective risk management in service introduction. You have Solid understanding of IT services, their alignment with organisational objectives, and strong awareness of industry trends and innovations. Extensive experience and knowledge of IT service introduction, including ITIL and service management frameworks, service design, transition, and operation principles. Proven track record managing and assuring services in complex, multi-provider and multi-team environments, including both internal and external delivery teams. Strong governance and assurance skills, with experience in service readiness, operational risk assessment, and understanding of regulatory and internal governance requirements relating to service resilience and risk. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective engagement with customers, suppliers, and senior management. About SSE SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030. Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more. Flexible benefits to fit your life Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave. Work with an equal opportunity employer SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / to discuss how we can support you. We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry. Ready to apply? Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

Anderson Knight Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with one of our key clients, a leading player within the Distribution industry, to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to join a well-established, rapidly growing business that is committed not only to service excellence but also to transforming its finance function to drive operational efficiency and business growth. As Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations while driving business transformation initiatives, helping to modernise processes, enhance reporting, and embed best practice across the finance function. Key Responsibilities: Oversee financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting across ledgers and sub-ledgers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Maintain robust financial controls and compliance with regulatory requirements Lead and develop a finance team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and transformation Provide strategic financial analysis and reports to support senior management in decision-making Monitor cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure, identifying opportunities for efficiency Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders Drive finance transformation initiatives, including process optimisation, ERP enhancements, and automation of routine tasks Identify and implement best practices across the finance function to improve accuracy, efficiency, and value-add Support senior management on ad-hoc financial projects, including business improvement and change programmes Key Requirements: Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or Qualified by Experience Proven experience in a Finance Manager role, ideally within the Distribution or related sector Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams Demonstrable experience in finance process improvement, system implementation, or business transformation initiatives Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong commercial awareness Advanced knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements Proficient in financial software and ERP systems Strong communication skills, capable of presenting financial information to non-financial stakeholders Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional looking to combine core accounting and management responsibilities with business transformation and process improvement projects within a growing and dynamic organisation.