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MLC Partners are working with a reputable Charity to recruit and interim Assistant accountant. They are seeking an experienced and capable individual who can work independently with minimal guidance and contribute effectively during a critical period as we prepare for the financial year end on 31 March 2026. Responsibilities: Accounting & Finance Support Lead on the daily accounting operations including journals, accruals, prepayments, and general ledger maintenance Lead on month-end and year-end close processes as per the organisation month end timetable Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations monthly Reconcile the revenue in the P&L to the income tracker Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes Invoice processing and payment runs Process invoices daily on Unifi, ensure it is coded to the correct class and department Follow up with budget holders to ensure invoices are approved weekly Prepare payment runs fortnightly Ensure bank recs are completed after the payment run Banking project: Automate the payment run from NetSuite to the bank: Bank feeds Payment file generation and uploads Automated reconciliation rules Automate bank reconciliation process Identify manual finance processes and recommend automation or efficiency improvements Test, document, and support system enhancements or upgrades related to banking and payments Controls & Compliance Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and approval workflows Maintain accurate documentation for automated processes Support compliance with company policies and banking requirements Skillset required: Essential Experience in an accounting or finance support role Experience in Charity sector Working knowledge of NetSuite ERP Experience with bank reconciliations and payment processing Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations) High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills Desirable Exposure to finance automation, bank feeds, or payment integrations Understanding of payment files (BACS/SEPA) We are looking for candidates who can start immediately, working hybrid until mid-April. Applicants are under constant review and the job might be filled before the advert closes. For further information please reach out to Annabelle at MLC Partners.

Interim Management Accountant Location : Egham, Surrey Working hours: Full-time or Part-time (4 days per week) Contract Type: Contract - 6 months fixed term Salary: Circa £40K • Support a democratic charity serving thousands of student members across multiple commercial operations • Prepare management accounts using Twinfield/Ezora accounting software with real impact on organisational decision-making • Establish and document excellent month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations processes • Make an immediate contribution to a financially responsible organisation managing diverse income streams and reserves strategy • Develop your charity finance expertise within a values-driven, student-focused organisation Our client is a students' union - a democratic charity operating as an independent legal entity. They're seeking an experienced Management Accountant on an interim basis to join their finance team in Egham, Surrey. If you're a qualified or part-qualified accountant with proven management accounting experience and the ability to make a quick impact in a charity environment, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career. The post is offered on a 4 or 5 day per week basis for a 6 month fixed term contract as the organisation goes through a period of growth and change. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with at least 50% of the role required to be office based. Company Overview Our client is a membership organisation and registered charity dedicated to advancing student education and welfare. Operating independently from the university they serve, they champion student interests through representation, advice services, and a wide range of social, cultural and sporting activities. As a financially responsible charity, they generate income through a university block grant, commercial operations including bars and cafes, and sponsorship opportunities. Every pound generated is reinvested into student services, grants and campus facilities. Their values - student-focused, high quality, trustworthy, inclusive and brave - guide how they operate and the environment they create. Position Overview This interim Management Accountant role is central to maintaining the financial health and transparency of a multi-faceted charity operation. You'll assist with, and ultimately prepare accurate management accounts, analyse financial performance across commercial operations, and support budgeting and forecasting activities. Your work directly enables the organisation to make informed decisions, build financial reserves for major improvements, and maintain the trust of their student members, university partners and regulatory bodies including the Charity Commission. Responsibilities • Initially assist with, then prepare monthly and period-end management accounts using Twinfield/Ezora accounting software • Analyse financial data including bar sales, cost of sales and operational performance metrics • Reconcile accounts across multiple ledgers and cost centres to ensure accuracy • Support budgeting and forecasting processes to guide organisational financial planning • Set up and maintain closing procedures to ensure timely financial reporting • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver reports and accounts within agreed deadlines • Assist with external and internal audit processes, providing supporting documentation • Ensure all financial processes comply with GDPR and charity regulatory requirements Requirements Essential: • Fully or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent experience • Proven experience in management accounting roles • Proficiency in accounting software systems • Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting • Strong analytical ability to interpret financial data and identify trends • Ability to meet tight reporting deadlines and manage multiple priorities Desirable: • Experience working in charity or not-for-profit finance • Familiarity with educational sector or membership organisation finance • Understanding of GDPR compliance in financial operations Benefits • Competitive salary of circa £40K for an interim contract role • Opportunity to develop specialist charity finance experience • Exposure to diverse financial operations including commercial trading and grant management Alongside these benefits, you'll join a supportive, values-driven organisation where transparency and trustworthiness shape how the team operates. You'll work with colleagues committed to student welfare and financial responsibility, in an inclusive environment where your contribution directly strengthens the organisation's ability to serve its members. How to Apply Please send your CV by the closing date: 12 noon on Friday 23rd January

Based in South Leeds this group of companies has grown to £100m t/o. They are looking for an interim management accountant to support the Head of Finance for an initial 6 month contract, the business uses XERO. As Management Accountant, you will take ownership of producing management accounts for multiple group entities and play a key role in strengthening reporting, controls and financial insigh click apply for full job details

Job Title: Financial Accountant (Qualified) - 6-9 Month Contract Location: Colchester (Onsite minimum 3 days per week) Contract Type: Interim Day Rate Contract Inside IR35 - Umbrella or PAYE Day Rate: £250-£350 per day Start Date: Immediate About the Client Our client is a well-established international organisation with a strong presence across global markets click apply for full job details

Interim Group Finance Director Location: Whiteley (Hybrid - 2 days from home) Contract: 15-month FTC (from Feb 2026) Salary: 120,000 - 140,000 A leading organisation in Whiteley is seeking an experienced Interim Group Finance Director to cover a 15-month fixed term contract. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, you will have full oversight of group financial operations, reporting, governance, and financial control across UK and international entities. You will lead a broad finance function, including Operational Finance, Management Accounts, Financial Accounts, Tax, FP&A, Treasury and project finance teams, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and effective business partnering across the Group. This role would suit an experienced senior finance leader with exceptional technical accounting expertise, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and a hands-on, adaptable approach. Key Responsibilities Lead Group financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and statutory accounts. Oversee Group consolidation, IFRS compliance and AIM reporting. Support Board, Audit Committee and investor reporting. Provide commercial insight to improve performance and margin optimisation. Oversee billing, credit control, payroll, treasury, tax and cashflow management. Lead audit processes and strengthen Group-wide financial controls. Drive continuous improvement across finance operations. Required Skills & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with extensive leadership experience. Strong technical accounting and IFRS knowledge. Proven experience managing large finance functions in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder and Board-level engagement skills. Experience within an AIM-listed or PLC environment is highly desirable. Experience leading Group finance across international entities is essential. If you meet the above requirements and can start in February 2026, we'd love to hear from you, apply today!

Role Purpose Serve as the finance lead for manufacturing operations-owning production cost analysis, inventory and stock accounting, monthly operational performance reporting, and additional financial control activities. Partner with Unit Managers, Planning and Supply Chain teams to translate operational activity into actionable financial insights, drive process improvements, and ensure accurate, t click apply for full job details

Sewell Wallis is currently recruiting for a Systems Management Accountant for a company based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, with a rich history in the city! This Management Accountant role is initially a 12-month FTC to cover a secondment in the business. Sewell Wallis have placed within this organisation on several occasions and has witnessed the growth and development even within an FTC. This is something that can be expected. Market leaders in and the culture they offer, they are the kind of business that people do stay at for life, given the opportunity. What will you be doing? Prepare timely monthly management accounts as well as other financial reports. Present financial reports to the senior team to aid in business decision-making. Oversee and maintain the systems that support financial operations and accounting functions. Evaluate existing systems/processes and devise improved solutions to streamline accounting operations. Manage and implement upgrades to financial systems to enhance functionality and performance. Identify and resolve issues within financial systems to maintain smooth operations. What skills will you need? Experience in a similar role within systems management accounting. Tech proficiency and an affinity for systems. Strong Excel user (V Lookups, Pivots). ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or QBE. Available on short notice. What's on offer? Hybrid working (3 days in, 2 days from home). Excellent salary including car allowance. Opportunity for part-time or full-time applicants. Brilliant culture. Opportunity to learn/develop. Apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. 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.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished senior finance leader to join a highly respected, UK-wide organisation at the forefront of a vital and fast-moving sector. With a strong purpose-driven culture, modern working practices and a significant national footprint, the business offers both scale and complexity, along with a highly collaborative environment in which finance plays a central role in strategic decision-making. As Group Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the Group s financial control environment, statutory reporting, technical accounting leadership and financial governance across a diverse and regulated group. This role sits at the heart of the organisation s financial operations and provides an opportunity to shape best practice, drive continuous improvement, and influence strategic outcomes at Executive and Board level. What will the Group Financial Controller role involve? Leading and developing two key finance teams, ensuring clarity of objectives, high performance and continued professional growth Overseeing the monthly CFO reporting cycle, setting timetables, reviewing content, and ensuring high-quality insight for the Executive and Board Continuous improvement of financial reporting, leveraging technology to strengthen controls, streamline processes and enhance analytical capability Acting as a technical accounting authority, providing guidance on IFRS, legislation updates and complex accounting treatments across the Group Managing the end-to-end production of annual and interim statutory accounts, coordinating internal contributors and liaison with external auditors Leading the external audit process, ensuring timely preparation of supporting papers and schedules Supporting financial planning and modelling with expert accounting insight Suitable Candidate for the Group Financial Controller vacancy: Practice trained and ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with extensive post-qualification experience within a complex group environment Strong technical accounting capability, including deep knowledge of IFRS and statutory reporting for medium or large groups, and experience of preparing both annual and interim reports Demonstrable experience leading teams, coaching high performers and building an engaged, collaborative culture Additional benefits and information for the role of Group Financial Controller: Comprehensive total reward package supporting both professional and personal wellbeing Agile working environment offering a blend of modern office facilities and remote working Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the transformation of a major UK organisation, supporting innovation and long-term strategic ambition CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

RM Recruit is delighted to be supporting our client in the search for an experienced Senior Service Charge Accountant to join them on an initial 4 month interim assignment, starting immediately. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with a strong background in service charge accounting within the housing association sector. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing high-volume financial data and ensuring accurate, timely reporting. Main duties include: Manage and analyse large volumes of service charge data Prepare, review, and reconcile service charge accounts Support year-end processes and statutory requirements Provide insight and analysis to internal stakeholders Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and organisational policies Business partner with relevant departments Analyse key data and update various platforms accordingly Interpret and manage large amounts of data and reporting As the ideal candidate, you will possess demonstrable service charge accounting experience within a housing association (essential) and possess strong data analysis capabilities and have the ability to work confidently with large data sets. You will be an advanced user of excel and will be available immediately to start. The role is 100% remote working. If you have the relevant experience and are ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you. RM Recruit is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to provide strong, hands-on financial leadership across this primary Multi-Academy Trust on a six month contract. This is a key interim role supporting the COO and to ensure robust financial control, accurate reporting and full ESFA compliance. The immediate duties of the Financial Controller: Lead Trust-wide financial management, reporting and forecasting Produce monthly management accounts and consolidated Trust reports Manage budgets, re-forecasts and cashflow Ensure compliance with the Academies Trust Handbook and ESFA requirements Lead audit preparation and liaise with external auditors Own and optimise the Trust finance system - PS Financials / IRIS Improve systems, controls and financial processes Support four School Business Managers On a personal note, the successful candidate will bring: Senior finance experience within an Academy Trust or education setting Strong working knowledge of PS Financials or IRIS Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting and management accounts Excellent knowledge of ESFA funding and compliance Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE This is on onsite role, although hybrid working will be considered. Immediate start for the successful candidate. Dedicate Recruitment operates as a recruitment agency on behalf of permanent staff and as a recruitment business for temporary workers. In applying for this post, you agree to our T&C's, Disclaimer and Privacy Policy found on our website.

Sewell Wallis is delighted to be partnering with a rapidly expanding, PE-backed property business in Manchester as they look to appoint a Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking company at a pivotal stage of growth. With ambitious plans, a supportive and driven finance team, and plenty of exposure to strategic projects, this Finance Manager role offers excellent prospects for both professional development and career progression. What will you be doing? As Finance Manager, you'll take ownership of the group's financial reporting and consolidation across a portfolio. of 20-30 legal entities, while managing and developing a small team of 2-3 direct reports. Overseeing the month-end close and group consolidation process. Reviewing management accounts and variance analysis. Preparing statutory accounts and leading the annual audit process. Managing tax compliance (VAT, CIT returns). Monitoring cash flow and supporting FP&A with forecasting. Overseeing debt management, compliance, and covenant reporting. Partnering with internal teams to drive commercial insight and performance. What skills do we need? We're looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with solid experience in a complex, multi-entity environment. You'll bring both technical expertise and commercial acumen, with the ability to balance detail with strategic thinking. Strong experience in external reporting and consolidations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business. What's on offer? Competitive salary: 70,000 - 75,000. 18% annual bonus. 7% matched pension. Hybrid working and flexible start/finish times. Free parking. Regular team socials and away days. Please apply below or contact Kayley Haythornthwaite for more information. 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.

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 Working with every department at BDO, our Finance team helps us meet relevant legal requirements that ensure our firm operates effectively in a tightly-regulated field. They implement strategies that help us innovate - like combining new technology with traditional financial processes to make us even more digital. As part of this friendly team, you'll enjoy flexible hours and have opportunities to take responsibility for the delivery of quality work. With your colleagues behind you, you'll embrace change, new ideas and have an impact on the future of our firm. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations 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 them and building long lasting relationships. 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. The main purpose of this role is to support the 'Head of Group Reporting and Treasury'. The group reporting remit of the role will include leading the year end group reporting, production of statutory accounts for the UK Group's legal entities and ensuring the integrity of reporting is maintained. The treasury remit of this individual's responsibilities will include maintaining the Group's daily cashflow position, reporting this to Senior Stakeholders, and proposing necessary cash movements. You will be a self motivated, driven, and trusted professional who's keen to improve processes. You'll also: Be a key banking contact, support refinancing activities with sophisticated group cashflow modelling, regularly updating the master model for budgets and forecasts. Monitoring and managing the organisation's bank relationships and liquidity management. Managing foreign currency exposure. Analysing various scenarios and risks and reporting to senior management. Forecasting of medium and long term funding and hedging requirements (if any). Daily cash management. Debt facilities management. Interest rate risk management and development of risk mitigation strategies. Foreign exchange risk management and development of foreign exchange risk mitigation strategies. Manage cashflow forecasts and ensure compliance with banking covenants. Assist with resolution of complex accounting areas & issues. Assist with external audit & ONS submissions. Assist with balance sheet reconciliations process. Preparing management reports. Liaising with senior management across the Finance team. Supporting the month end process where necessary. Proactively drive necessary process and reporting improvements across the Finance department which automate and add value and identify advantageous market conditions or possibilities. Identify process weaknesses or errors and highlight these to senior management together with proposed solutions. Contribute ideas to the long term planning and strategy of the Finance department. Team management. Conduct performance management, including annual and interim appraisals. You'll be someone with the following credentials: Qualified Accountant - CIMA, ACA or ACCA - PQE or equivalent. Confident in researching and implementing complex accounting standards. Understanding and experience of treasury accounting including FX, liquidity, cashflow and various financial instruments. Sound understanding of accounting principles. Strong understanding of financial markets, financial instruments and debt instruments. Knowledge of banking relationships and covenants. 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.

Sewell Wallis is currently partnering with a manufacturing business based in Sheffield in their search for their next Divisional Finance Director. This South Yorkshire role presents a great opportunity for a Financial Controller/Head of Finance seeking to take their first step into a Director-level role. Forming part of a specialist group of companies with a combined turnover of c. 90m, the successful candidate will be supported by a dynamic CFO (based at group) and a recently appointed Managing Director who has a solid track record of developing individuals into executive-level positions. This company has exciting plans for growth and change over the coming years. As the Divisional Finance Director, you'll form part of the SLT, alongside a newly recruited Director of Sales and will play a clear role in spearheading the growth of the business. Supported by a small team, the role has some clear hands-on responsibilities as well as being in the thick of strategy. The successful person will certainly be someone who is prepared to roll their sleeves up! What will you be doing? Provide leadership to the company's finance and accounting strategy, to optimise the company's financial performance and strategic position Contribute to the development of company strategy, challenging assumptions and decision-making as appropriate, and providing financial analysis and guidance on activities, plans, targets and business drivers, whilst assisting with the execution of plans & strategies Produce reports for the Board, Management Team and wider business, to provide financial supporting information to enable operational decisions to be made. Liaise with key stakeholders, predominantly the MD & management team, to plan business growth, formulating strategies and plans Oversee, review and adhere to the budgets for each business department Ensure the accurate and timely preparation of management accounts Ensure that the regulatory requirements of all statutory bodies are met Monitor cash flow, accounts and other financial transactions What skills do we need? Qualified Accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) with significant experience working within manufacturing in a senior leadership role. Experience attending board meetings and working as part of a senior leadership team Experience managing a multi-million-pound budget Demonstrable experience of playing a key part in the growth of a business What's on offer? Salary of c 75,000 + 6,000 car allowance 5% profit share 10% pension contribution Private medical insurance Apply below, or for more information, contact Kayley 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.

Your new company Join a fast-growing, global digital media business at the forefront of innovation. With a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and a commitment to leveraging technology and automation, this organisation offers the opportunity to shape financial processes and build a high-performing team in a dynamic environment. Your new role Lead financial reporting, including preparation of monthly management accounts, group consolidation, and detailed P&L analysis for UK and US entities. Oversee compliance and statutory reporting, managing VAT, payroll, tax submissions, and coordination with external accountants and auditors. Manage treasury and cash flow, including cash forecasting, payment approvals, FX exposure, and working capital optimisation. Drive finance systems implementation and automation, leading to new system rollouts, AI-driven reporting, and process improvements. Provide strategic finance support, partnering with operational teams on budgeting, profitability analysis, and supporting international expansion and due diligence What you'll need to succeed Recognised accounting qualification with relevant post-qualification experience Strong technical expertise in financial reporting, IFRS reporting, and management accounts Experience managing multi-entity and multi-currency operations Interest in finance automation, digital transformation, or AI-driven processes Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting software Excellent communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders at all levels Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Background in the media, digital, or creative sectors is advantageous. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company Join a dynamic, high-growth business backed by private equity, operating across international markets and scaling rapidly. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a transformation journey where finance is at the heart of strategic decision-making. The culture is fast-paced, ambitious, and collaborative, with a strong focus on innovation, governance, and performance. Your new role As Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of group-level financial reporting, consolidation, and control across a complex international structure. You'll lead the month-end close, manage external audits, and partner with regional controllers and senior leadership to ensure financial integrity and process excellence.This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll: Lead IFRS-based group consolidation and reporting Own the month-end close and challenge regional submissions Manage audit processes and statutory reporting Oversee intercompany reconciliations and balance sheet control Drive IP capitalisation and project accounting Champion process improvements and internal controls What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with 8-12 years' post-qualification experience Strong technical expertise in IFRS, consolidation, and financial reporting Proven experience in month-end close, audit management, and intercompany accounting Exposure to IP capitalisation and project accounting in a tech or services environment A resilient, collaborative mindset with a passion for process excellence Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment where change is constant is ever present. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Finance Business Partner Redditch (Hybrid, 1/2 days remote), with occasional travel 70,000 - 75,000 plus car, 10%+ bonus, excellent benefits Multi-Site Retail and e-commerce Interim / Interim-to-perm / Perm Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Business Partner to join the wholesale division of a national retail & consumer business. With a significant multi-site footprint and an ambitious growth strategy, the business continues to evolve its operations and drive efficiencies across supply chain, logistics, and wholesale distribution channels. This is a great role for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys working closely with operational teams and wants to contribute directly to performance improvement and strategic growth in a fast-moving, volume-driven environment. What you'll be doing: Partner with wholesale and supply chain teams to analyse performance, challenge assumptions, and drive operational improvements Deliver meaningful financial insight on cost-to-serve, margin, and route profitability Support forecasting, budgeting, and planning processes across the wholesale function Lead financial analysis around pricing strategy, logistics, and stock efficiency Build strong relationships with non-finance stakeholders to support decision-making Identify opportunities to improve processes, visibility, and reporting within the wholesale model What we're looking for: Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with strong commercial finance experience Background in wholesale, logistics, FMCG, or other high-volume, margin-sensitive sectors Strong communication skills with the ability to influence operational leaders Analytical mindset with a focus on cost control, performance, and process improvement Advanced Excel and solid financial modelling capability Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with cross-functional exposure What's on offer: Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days per week in the Stoke office) A role with real visibility across a national operation and key business unit Collaborative, high-performance finance culture with progression potential Competitive package: 70,000 - 75,000 base salary + car + bonus + benefits If you're looking to step into a value-adding business partner role where you'll work closely with wholesale and supply chain leaders, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production Finance HR & Talent H&S & Compliance Marketing, Digital & Technology Property & Centre Management Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations Senior Appointments & Exec Sales Supply Chain & Logistics BBBH35150

Interim Director of Finance Initial 9-month fixed-term contract Hybrid variable (either tied to a London and/or Bristol office) or home-based, with UK travel as required c. £110,000 FTE Candidates must be available to start by the end of January We are supporting a well-established and respected charity with an income of c.£25m to appoint an Interim Director of Finance during a period of transition. This is a critical executive role, working closely with the Chief Executive, Board and senior leadership team to ensure robust financial planning, strong governance and organisational resilience. The postholder will lead the finance function, provide high-quality financial insight, and support strategic decision-making across the organisation. Key focus areas include: Safeguarding financial stability through strong forecasting, planning and controls Providing clear, timely financial and management information to support decision-making Leading and supporting a high-performing finance team Ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory and governance requirements Acting as a trusted strategic partner to colleagues across the organisation About you Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CIPFA or equivalent) - essential Significant senior-level finance leadership experience, ideally in complex or mission-driven organisations Strong understanding of charity finance, regulation and best practice Comfortable operating at pace and leading through change Collaborative, credible and confident working with Boards and senior stakeholders Apply with CV only. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and early applications are strongly encouraged Closing date: Friday 9 January, midday Client interviews: Online, w/c 12 January

Interim / Project Accountant (Xero Specialist) Contract 3 months initially would consider 3 /4 /5 days per week Location: North Yorkshire (hybrid/on-site as required) A growing family business is looking for an Interim / Project Accountant support a focused finance transformation project. This is a hands-on role suited to a proactive Accountant who enjoys improving systems, tightening processes, and leaving a business in a stronger position than they found it. The initial engagement is 3 months , with potential extension depending on project progress and ongoing support needs. The Role You will work closely with the senior team to enhance financial processes, reporting, and systems integration, as well prepare the accounts for the year-end which is in January. Key objectives include: Improving financial accuracy, structure, and visibility Streamlining month-end close processes Implementing clear policies and documentation Training staff to ensure changes stick Key Responsibilities Review and enhance Xero configuration, including Chart of Accounts and reporting Implement profit tracking by business unit and improve KPI visibility Develop and document a depreciation policy compliant with UK GAAP/IFRS Clean up and maintain the fixed asset register Design and implement a robust month-end checklist, including: Stock management and valuations Accruals and prepayments Debtor and creditor controls VAT returns Depreciation and cross-charging Support Office 365 setup and workflows (SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Teams) Integrate systems such as Stora, Stripe, VisionWeb into Xero Redesign management reports for clarity and usability Train internal staff and produce clear user guides and policies About You Essential: Proven experience as an Interim or Project Accountant Strong, hands-on expertise with Xero Excellent grasp of month-end and management reporting Confident working independently and delivering to tight timelines Ability to explain finance clearly to non-finance stakeholders Desirable: Experience in operational, asset-heavy, or stock-based businesses Familiarity with systems integrations (e.g. Stripe, inventory or booking systems) Experience with Office 365 workflow improvements Engagement Details Contract length: 3 months initially (potential extension) Commitment: 3-5 days per week Start: ASAP Working pattern: Hybrid / on-site as required Total effort: Approx. days over the initial term Why This Role? This is a genuinely impactful assignment you ll have autonomy, access to systems, and senior buy-in to make meaningful changes. Ideal if you enjoy sorting, structuring, and improving finance functions rather than just keeping the lights on. Apply now or contact Becki at Westmoore Recruitment for more information. (Westmoore Recruitment are acting as an employment agency for this interim position.)