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Finance Assistant A fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with strong Excel, financial reporting and analytical skills to support management accounts, stock reporting and cost analysis within a busy manufacturing finance team. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Finance Administrator, Management Accounts Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Costing Analyst, Stock Accountant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Accounts Receivable Assistant, Sales Ledger Assistant, Purchase Ledger Assistant This role is known internally as Assistant to Financial Controller SALARY: £27,500 per annum + Benefits LOCATION: Hyde, Greater Manchester JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 35 hours per week, 9.00am - 17.00pm Monday - Friday (60 minutes unpaid lunch break) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team supporting management accounts, stock accounting and financial analysis within a manufacturing environment. Working closely with senior finance colleagues, the Finance Assistant will support month-end reporting, stock valuations, costing and margin analysis while helping ensure accurate financial records and efficient processes across the organisation. As the Finance Assistant you will also collaborate with production, procurement and warehouse teams, helping monitor operational performance, analyse financial data and contribute to continuous improvement across finance and manufacturing operations. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as a Finance Assistant will include: Month-End Support: Assist with month-end processes including stock accounting and cost reporting Management Accounts Assistance: Support preparation of management accounts, variance analysis and financial reporting Stock Reporting: Prepare monthly stock reports including valuations, inventory turnover and aged stock analysis Cost Monitoring: Analyse manufacturing and operational costs to support financial performance monitoring Inventory Reconciliation: Reconcile stock and manufacturing inventory within ERP systems and internal records Stock Revaluations: Assist with monthly stock revaluations ensuring accuracy of cost and inventory data Stock Count Support: Participate in year-end and periodic stock counts and investigate discrepancies Cross-Department Collaboration: Liaise with production, procurement and warehouse teams on financial and stock-related matters Operational KPI Analysis: Collate and analyse key performance indicators for logistics and manufacturing operations Financial Analysis: Provide ad-hoc financial reporting, analysis and project support for the finance department CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Relevant Qualification: HNC, HND or equivalent financial qualification IT Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint Financial Analysis Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with attention to financial detail Organisation Skills: Ability to work methodically, manage data and meet reporting deadlines Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication with the ability to work across departments Teamwork: Able to collaborate effectively within a finance team environment Independent Working: Comfortable managing tasks independently when required Attention To Detail: Meticulous approach to financial data, reporting accuracy and reconciliations Willingness To Learn: Motivated to develop technical finance skills and gain broader business knowledge BENEFITS Stakeholder Pension Scheme with 4% employer contribution 28 days holiday (including statutory), increasing by one additional day per completed year of service up to five additional days Life Assurance covering annual salary Subsidised canteen providing freshly prepared meals and sandwiches Free car parking Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling, legal guidance and medical advice Mental Health First Aiders available for support and guidance Discounted gym membership Staff discount on blinds and shutters after successful completion of probation Peer to peer recognition programme Free flu jab voucher each Autumn Christmas savings scheme NHS health checks HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14513 Full-Time, Permanent Accounting Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Hyde, Greater Manchester. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. AWD-IN-SPJ

Finance Analyst North Kent (on site) £60k + Bonus A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Analyst to join a well-established finance team within a dynamic and expanding organisation. This role offers exposure across operational finance, financial modelling, reporting, and business partnering, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to improving systems, processes, and financial insight. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the production of Management Accounts and the provision of operational commentary for the Reporting Pack Provide financial support to internal stakeholders Maintain and update key financial records including cashbooks and master data Monitor and analyse business performance data to identify trends or financial risks Support the review and improvement of business processes and systems, particularly around automation initiatives Support preparation of Board reporting packs Process accounts payable invoices Assist with VAT returns and statutory compliance Monitor Group cash flow Support the annual audit process Support the production of annual budgets and periodic forecasts including scenario modelling Develop and maintain Group cash flow forecasting models Work with the technology team to enhance financial reporting and analysis tools Contribute to improving automation and financial controls across the department The Ideal Candidate: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified - or working towards qualification Strong Excel and IT skills Financial modelling experience (advantageous) Experience working with multi-currency ledgers (advantageous)

Wilmslow Based Tech Firm UK and US Exposure Career Step Otto James is working with a growing technology strategy, operations and digital consultancy organisation based near Wilmslow to recruit a Qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team. Why join our client This Finance Manager role offers the chance to shape key processes, partner with senior leaders, and play a visible role in how the business manages performance and growth. You'll join a team that values transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. It's an environment where finance has a genuine voice in strategic conversations. How you'll make an impact Financial Reporting: Producing monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss (P&L), balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Budgeting & Forecasting: Leading annual budgeting cycles and regular re-forecasting to align with company goals. Team Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and developing a finance team (e.g., accounts payable/receivable, analysts). Compliance & Audit: Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and managing relationships with external auditors and HMRC. Risk Management: Identifying financial risks and implementing internal controls to protect company assets. Process Improvement: Driving efficiencies by upgrading financial systems and streamlining workflows. Performance Analysis: Delivering detailed reports on margins, sales trends, and variances against budgets. Strategic Planning: Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes. Commercial Support: Developing pricing models, evaluating investment appraisals, and supporting contract negotiations or tenders. Operational Insight: Identifying cost-saving opportunities and revenue drivers to enhance ROI. Reporting: Creating and presenting Board-level packs, executive dashboards, and management information (MI) Your Profile ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent Experience in a Tech business will be seen as a plus, but not essential A proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive and solution-oriented approach Salary & Benefits As Finance Manager, you'll join a business that values people, flexibility and continuous development. • Salary £45,000-£50,000 plus bonus • Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office) • Pension scheme • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Opportunity to shape finance processes in a growing organisation

Your new company A large local authority are currently going through an Oracle Fusion implementation and is looking for an interim Transactional Finance Manager - Oracle Fusion implementation Surge Team Manager. Your new role As interim Finance Manager - Oracle Fusion implementation Surge Team, you will be responsible for the oversight of the Oracle Fusion Surge Team for the preparation for go live, go live and post implementation. You will be directly managing a team of 3 AR/AP supervisors - Accounts Receivable Lead, Accounts Payable Lead, HR/Payroll Lead, and a small team of 3 Business Analysts that will be responsible for the systems administration and then, indirectly, a team of approx 10 Finance Assistants. This team will be based in the Birmingham office and will be responsible for the cross-functional team to protect business continuity, resolve system issues and defects quickly, and support end-users intensively during the go-live and hypercare period of the new system. Overseeing the pre go live, go live and post go live Overall coordination of AR/AP triage Runs daily stand-ups & issue reviews Prioritises tickets and escalations Communicate with project leadership & Finance Directors end user support for Oracle users for P2P, S2C, GL and PBCS modules security and access for Finance modules with Oracle including role allocation and working within Oracle Risk Mgt Cloud control checks within Finance - including period end and ledger lock, monthly AP & AR reconciliations to GLs continuing development of live service remediation What you'll need to succeed You will need experience of transactional finance across P2P, S2C , GL and PBCS in Oracle Fusion . (Oracle Fusion experience is essential)Strong knowledge of Oracle Fusion Experience working in a Go live situation with a new system implementationIdeally experience in local government What you'll get in return There is a great day rate on offer at between £500-550 p/day This role is 5 days on site in Birmingham. This is not negotiable due to the need to be floor walking, and managing any incidents in real time, in the office5 months assignment 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 hays.co.uk