Sewell Wallis are partnering with a highly regarded and long-established organisation seeking an HR Manager for a 9-month fixed term contract. The successful candidate must be able to start straight away. This broad HR role delivers essential operational support, offering practical guidance to ensure strong people management and effective HR practices across the organisation. You will play a key role in influencing a positive employee experience while supporting leaders at all levels. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, this position brings variety, pace and challenge. No two days will be the same. Key Responsibilities Provide stakeholders with expert guidance, coaching and support on complex employee relations matters, such as dispute resolution, disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, TUPE and redundancy. You may also directly manage cases where needed. Offer first-line HR advice and coaching across the full employee lifecycle. Support line managers in understanding and applying HR policies and procedures. Produce accurate and insightful HR data and reporting. Highlight trends and opportunities to improve people practices. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the business. Lead on reviewing HR policies and employment contracts to ensure compliance and relevance. Create toolkits and guidance materials for managers. Work closely with the HR Service Centre and act as an escalation point when required. About You Previous experience in an HR Manager role with strong employee relations expertise. CIPD qualification is advantageous. Approachable, confident and skilled at building strong relationships across the organisation. What's on Offer Up to 60,000 Hybrid working. Flexible working arrangements. A strong package of employee benefits. If this role sounds right for you, please submit your CV or get in touch with Emma Johnsen for further details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 06, 2025
Contractor
Sewell Wallis are partnering with a highly regarded and long-established organisation seeking an HR Manager for a 9-month fixed term contract. The successful candidate must be able to start straight away. This broad HR role delivers essential operational support, offering practical guidance to ensure strong people management and effective HR practices across the organisation. You will play a key role in influencing a positive employee experience while supporting leaders at all levels. Reporting to the HR Business Partner, this position brings variety, pace and challenge. No two days will be the same. Key Responsibilities Provide stakeholders with expert guidance, coaching and support on complex employee relations matters, such as dispute resolution, disciplinaries, grievances, absence management, TUPE and redundancy. You may also directly manage cases where needed. Offer first-line HR advice and coaching across the full employee lifecycle. Support line managers in understanding and applying HR policies and procedures. Produce accurate and insightful HR data and reporting. Highlight trends and opportunities to improve people practices. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the business. Lead on reviewing HR policies and employment contracts to ensure compliance and relevance. Create toolkits and guidance materials for managers. Work closely with the HR Service Centre and act as an escalation point when required. About You Previous experience in an HR Manager role with strong employee relations expertise. CIPD qualification is advantageous. Approachable, confident and skilled at building strong relationships across the organisation. What's on Offer Up to 60,000 Hybrid working. Flexible working arrangements. A strong package of employee benefits. If this role sounds right for you, please submit your CV or get in touch with Emma Johnsen for further details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
SF Recruitment (Birmingham)
Tamworth, Staffordshire
Interim Finance Controller (3-6 Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Tamworth (Office-based, 5 days per week) Salary: £48,000 per annum As the business continues to expand, we are seeking an Interim Financial Controller to provide stability, leadership, and financial oversight during a period of transition and growth. Role Purpose Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, the Interim Financial Controller will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, supporting key decision-making, and driving process and performance improvements. The role includes managing a small finance team of four and supporting operational excellence across the business. Key Responsibilities - Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of P&L and balance sheet. - Oversee management accounts preparation, variance analysis, and commentary to senior management. - Supervise supplier statement reconciliations and ensure accurate ledger management. - Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making. - Manage cash flow, working capital, and relationships with banks and finance providers. - Strengthen internal controls, ensuring compliance with policies, audit, and accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS). - Develop, mentor, and manage the finance team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement. - Collaborate closely with operations (sales, purchasing, quality control) to understand financial impacts and support commercial decisions. - Drive process and system improvements, including finance system optimisation and automation opportunities. - Support the Group Finance Manager with budgets, forecasts, and business plans. Person Specification - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with proven post-qualification experience in a similar leadership role. - Background in manufacturing or distribution preferred. - Strong knowledge of Sage Line 50 and Excel (including pivot tables and lookups). Type: Fixed-term contract (3-6 months) Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week, office-based (Tamworth HQ) Salary: £48,000 per annum (pro-rata for contract duration) Reporting to: Group Finance Manager Team size: 1 direct report JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Interim Finance Controller (3-6 Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Tamworth (Office-based, 5 days per week) Salary: £48,000 per annum As the business continues to expand, we are seeking an Interim Financial Controller to provide stability, leadership, and financial oversight during a period of transition and growth. Role Purpose Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, the Interim Financial Controller will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, supporting key decision-making, and driving process and performance improvements. The role includes managing a small finance team of four and supporting operational excellence across the business. Key Responsibilities - Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of P&L and balance sheet. - Oversee management accounts preparation, variance analysis, and commentary to senior management. - Supervise supplier statement reconciliations and ensure accurate ledger management. - Provide insightful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making. - Manage cash flow, working capital, and relationships with banks and finance providers. - Strengthen internal controls, ensuring compliance with policies, audit, and accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS). - Develop, mentor, and manage the finance team to ensure high performance and continuous improvement. - Collaborate closely with operations (sales, purchasing, quality control) to understand financial impacts and support commercial decisions. - Drive process and system improvements, including finance system optimisation and automation opportunities. - Support the Group Finance Manager with budgets, forecasts, and business plans. Person Specification - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with proven post-qualification experience in a similar leadership role. - Background in manufacturing or distribution preferred. - Strong knowledge of Sage Line 50 and Excel (including pivot tables and lookups). Type: Fixed-term contract (3-6 months) Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week, office-based (Tamworth HQ) Salary: £48,000 per annum (pro-rata for contract duration) Reporting to: Group Finance Manager Team size: 1 direct report JBRP1_UKTJ
Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Scouts to recruit for an Interim Financial Controller on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (MAT cover). The Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. As their Financial Controller, you will lead the Financial Accounting and Payroll team. This hands-on, strategic role requires a leader capable of driving operational efficiency in transactional accounting while managing the complexity of statutory reporting, audit, and internal control frameworks. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, Banking) and drive efficiency. Ensure the integrity, controls, and continuous improvement of all finance systems. Be the primary lead for the production of annual statutory accounts and the management of the year-end audit. Ensure full compliance with tax obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax) and external regulations. Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective internal control framework, ensuring processes are documented and controls are strictly followed. Lead cash flow management, debt collection, liaise with investment managers, and report on compliance with the financial reserves policy. Manage and motivate the Financial Accounting Team and oversee the Payroll Operations Manager, ensuring an accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and pensions service. Act as a key advisor to employees and trustees, specifically managing the fixed asset register and partnering on capital expenditure budgets. Essentials: A recognised, full Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). 5-10 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a senior financial accounting or audit position with a demonstrable track record of success in managing complex financial operations. Experience working within a charity environment and strong knowledge of charity SORP. Proven experience in statutory accounts production, managing audits, implementing strong internal controls, and overseeing transactional teams. Strong change management skills and a passion for driving continuous process and system improvements. Salary is up to £68,000 + Excellent Benefits. The Scouts are based in Gilwell Park, Chingford, London. Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office. Advert closes on Friday 12th December. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Goodman Masson are delighted to be partnered with The Scouts to recruit for an Interim Financial Controller on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract (MAT cover). The Scouts actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. As their Financial Controller, you will lead the Financial Accounting and Payroll team. This hands-on, strategic role requires a leader capable of driving operational efficiency in transactional accounting while managing the complexity of statutory reporting, audit, and internal control frameworks. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, GL, Banking) and drive efficiency. Ensure the integrity, controls, and continuous improvement of all finance systems. Be the primary lead for the production of annual statutory accounts and the management of the year-end audit. Ensure full compliance with tax obligations (VAT, Corporation Tax) and external regulations. Design, implement, and maintain a robust and effective internal control framework, ensuring processes are documented and controls are strictly followed. Lead cash flow management, debt collection, liaise with investment managers, and report on compliance with the financial reserves policy. Manage and motivate the Financial Accounting Team and oversee the Payroll Operations Manager, ensuring an accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and pensions service. Act as a key advisor to employees and trustees, specifically managing the fixed asset register and partnering on capital expenditure budgets. Essentials: A recognised, full Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). 5-10 years' Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in a senior financial accounting or audit position with a demonstrable track record of success in managing complex financial operations. Experience working within a charity environment and strong knowledge of charity SORP. Proven experience in statutory accounts production, managing audits, implementing strong internal controls, and overseeing transactional teams. Strong change management skills and a passion for driving continuous process and system improvements. Salary is up to £68,000 + Excellent Benefits. The Scouts are based in Gilwell Park, Chingford, London. Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office. Advert closes on Friday 12th December. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
